The search for infinity : solving the mysteries of the universe / Gordon Fraser, Egil Lillestl, Inge Sellev?ag ; introduction by Stephen Hawking

The Search for Infinity explains the great discoveries, from the structure of the Universe to the most fundamental particles. It looks at the vast power of the latest particle accelerators that has uncovered the inner world of atoms. It takes us on the search for the beginning of space and time, revealing the dramatic findings of cosmology: black holes engulfing stars in whirlpools of collapsing matter, pulsars roaring out their signals at the edge of the visible Universe, and the faint echo of the Big Bang. The Search for Infinity gives insight into the greatest scientific questions of our time and the significance of the answers that have been found. It is a book for anyone who is curious about the nature of the world around them and fascinated by the great achievements of the human mind. Providing insight into the greatest scientific questions of our time and pointing out the significance of the answers that have been found, this book, which features an introduction by British theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking, is divided into two subsections: The Search Inward and The Search Outward. Includes 150 full-color photos. "The Search for Infinity explains the great discoveries, from the structure of the Universe to the most fundamental particles. It looks at the vast power of the latest particle accelerators that has uncovered the inner world of atoms. It takes us on the search for the beginning of space and time, revealing the dramatic findings of cosmology: black holes engulfing stars in whirlpools of collapsing matter, pulsars roaring out their signals at the edge of the visible Universe, and the faint echo of the Big Bang." "The Search for Infinity gives insight into the greatest scientific questions of our time and the significance of the answers that have been found. It is a book for anyone who is curious about the nature of the world around them and fascinated by the great achievements of the human mind."--Jacket This guide, which examines the origins of the universe, explores the scientific discoveries in particle physics and astronomy. It explains the recent discoveries which scientists have made about the universe - from the most fundamental particles to the structure of the universe.