Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Wow this book messed with my brain. I've always hated physics, even doing mechanics as part of my mathematics A level. I also tend to read fiction a lot more than non-fiction, so I had to approach this book with an open mind.
And boy did this book blow my mind. Complex physical concepts were explained at ease and were made assessable to my physics-hating mind. The history and people involved in the scientific discoveries were also described well and although I can't remember a lot about this book, I know that if I were to pick it up again I would enjoy it as thoroughly and I enjoyed it the first time.
A few weeks after finishing this book I made friends with a physics graduate who is now training to become a teacher and I was impressed by the fact I could discuss quantum physics with him, whilst our friends stared at us as if we were speaking a foreign language!
The geek in me is what loved this book, although it grew a bit tiresome at the end. Before this book I was completely ignorant of all the applications of quantum mechanics. The very keyboard I am typing on and the television I am trying to ignore were all made using this exact science.
Whether you're a physics buff or, like me, are completely clueless when it comes to quantum theory, I would highly recommend this book if you'd like to expand your knowledge on the science of reality.
Prepare to get mind-fucked!
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