The Elegant Universe
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The Elegant Universe
Brian Greene
9 people recommended it in 7 threads, 2009–2023.
What people on Hacker News said
Very nice and simple introduction to relativity theory and quantum mechanics.
The Elegant Universe contains the best introduction to special relativity and quantum mechanics for a non-specialist audience that I've ever come across.
If not, "The Elegant Universe" would be my suggestion for the one to throw out to make room for it.
Where it comes up
- Steven Weinberg: Science books for the general reader 2015 · 3 recommendations
- Five Books: The best books on everything 2023 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Which books you have read till now that were worth investing time in? 2022 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Books you read in 2016? 2016 · 1 recommendation
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- Ask HN: Best book you read in 2011 2011 · 1 recommendation
- Reading list for those who love to learn 2009 · 1 recommendation