Clegg, Brian

Have you ever wondered what humans did before numbers existed? How they organized their lives, traded goods, or kept track of their treasures? This book is an exploration of the way math has become more and more detached from reality but is driving the development of modern day physics.

Examines the history of the concept of the big bang theory, covering early creation myths and ongoing debates about black holes while presenting philosophical questions about the validity of the widely accepted theory pertaining to the origins of the universe.

Defines gravity, one of the four forces that control the universe and the most mysterious, and discusses Newton's theory about the force of gravity which still didn't explain how gravity works at a distance. Einstein understood that gravity and acceleration are interchangeable and thus devised his theory of general relativity which explains how gravity works. Includes chapter notes and an index.

Discusses how, despite no real biological changes, human beings have evolved, and offers predictions on future upgrades and changes based on the scientific and technological accomplishments of the twenty-first century.

Examines the history of the concept of the big bang theory, covering early creation myths and ongoing debates about black holes while presenting philosophical questions about the validity of the widely accepted theory pertaining to the origins of the universe.

Text and comic-style illustrations are used to introduce the concept of infinity and the history behind man's search for an understanding of the concept.