Tuesday, July 24, 2012

4th Post


Review of “The Theory of Everything”

“Theory of Everything” is a book consisting of seven lectures about the universe and all the cool stuffs that any space, time and astronomy lover would want to know. Sir Stephens William Hawking, one of the leading scientists of the 21st century, a professor and well known author of one of the International best sellers, “A Brief History of Time” presents his and other great scientists’ ideas about the universe, space, time, and black holes via “Theory of Everything”. Sir Hawking has used very simple language to explain how things went and are going in the field of space technology. By reading his book, I have got an impression that he is a person with a very good sense of humour for he presents his ideas in a very ebullient manner.

The book gives insight knowledge about various theories that govern the universe and everything within it. The book can make its reader ponder about what was it like at the beginning of time and space. It also presents its reader with the thoughts and findings of various scientists about the universe. The book suggests that despite tremendous efforts of the scientists, it is yet unknown about who or what created the universe, why, how and when was it created.

Also, what are black holes, and what are they made of is also discussed in the book. Sir Hawking presents his idea about black holes not being completely black as thought previously. He thinks that black holes evaporate and hence black hole is not only end of everything but also a beginning.

A grand unified theory that would unlock answers to all the unsolved questions regarding anything is what the leading scientists of the era seek for. Sir Hawking has clearly presented the need of a grand unified theory of everything that would incorporate the classical, and quantum physics along with it. His desire for this particular theory shall be successful. That is what I hope for.

Even if you know nothing or less about science, you can definitely enjoy Sir Hawking’s sense of humour and may be you might want to help him in finding the theory of everything he is seeking for. I got an opportunity to read the subject that I always wanted to read.   

Prabal Dahal

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