Jeremy Bernstein Bücher






Elusive Neutrino, The
- 88 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
The book features a comprehensive collection of contents that outlines various topics, themes, or chapters included within. It serves as a guide to the reader, providing an overview of the material covered and facilitating navigation through the text. Each section is designed to enhance understanding and engagement with the subject matter, making it an essential resource for readers seeking structured information.
Offering a comprehensive overview of nuclear weapons, the book provides insights from physicist Jeremy Bernstein, who witnessed their development firsthand. It explores the science behind nuclear weapons while making complex concepts accessible to both general readers and experts. The narrative spans from the 1950s nuclear tests in Nevada to contemporary issues in Iran and North Korea, reflecting on the implications of the nuclear age over the last seventy years. An introduction by Sir Chris Llewellyn Smith enhances its significance in understanding global nuclear dynamics.
Secrets of the Old One
- 200 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Makes these ideas accessible to a general reader complex concepts of relativity and the stimulated emission of light through the use of mathematics no more difficult than one learns in high school. Written by a noted and successful science writer. Noted science writer Jeremy Bernstein tells the remarkable story of Einstein’s papers and their impact one century ago. Explains the many technological ramifications of ideas which changed our lives in the twentieth century and continue to do so.
Focusing on the history and technology behind nuclear weapons, this book aims to make complex concepts accessible to the general reader. It provides insights into the development and impact of these powerful weapons, ensuring that readers can grasp their significance in modern society.
Hitler's uranium club
- 384 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
Near the end of World War II, ten of Germany's foremost nuclear physicists, including Werner Heisenberg, were captured and detained for six months at Farm Hall, an English country house outside Cambridge. This book contains the complete annotated transcripts that were made from secret recordings of their conversations.
Kinetic Theory in the Expanding Universe
- 160 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
Focusing on the intersection of kinetic theory and cosmology, this book explores the implications of applying kinetic principles to various cosmological issues. It delves into how these concepts can enhance our understanding of the universe's behavior and structure, offering insights into fundamental questions in cosmology. Through a rigorous analysis, it aims to bridge the gap between statistical mechanics and cosmological phenomena, presenting a unique perspective on the dynamics of the cosmos.