Krauss, Lawrence Maxwell

Explains the tools and thought behind the world of modern physics and shows how simple ideas at the heart of physics can be built upon to develop the theories that drive modern research.

Examines the life and science of Richard Feynman, focusing on his role in some of the key physics advances of the twentieth century, and includes short physics lessons related to each of his discoveries.

Draws on anecdotes and examples to explore a wide range of topics related to physics and its role in the real world.

Explores the connection between science and popular culture, discussing how the laws of physics relate to situations presented in films and television shows such as "Star Trek," and exploring topics such as alien visitation, interstellar travel, and ESP.

Lawrence Krauss examines humans' fascination with parallel universes, veiled dimensions, and places beyond normal perception, describing how alternate realities have been explored and explained from ancient times to the present and profiling influential theories.

Traces the path of a single oxygen atom from Earth's beginnings to the present, illustrating aspects of biology, geology, and chemistry along the way and exploring the universe's history and future.

Traces the history of the atom from the Earth's beginnings to the present, describing how it has formed every aspect of life on Earth.

Looks at the scientific and technological aspects of the Star Trek films and television series, focusing on how the physics of the Star Trek universe compare to the physics of the real universe.