Gribbin, John: In Search Of Schrödinger’s Cat

John Gribbin

In Search Of Schrödinger’s Cat

Published by Folio Society in 2012. Fine antiquarian condition. Slipcase has some minor marks. Internally fine with no handwriting or owner inscriptions. Illustrated

John Gribbin is a British science writer, an astrophysicist, and a visiting fellow in astronomy at the University of Sussex. His writings include quantum physics, human evolution, climate change, global warming, the origins of the universe, and biographies of famous scientists.

Named after the famous thought experiment by physicist Edwin Schrödinger, In Search Of Schrödinger’s Cat tells the complete story of quantum theory. Gribbin starts with the evidence leading up to and the historical context of the birth of quantum physics. He ends the book exploring the mind-twisting philosophical implications of quantum theory.

The Folio Society is a London-based publisher. Folio Society produces illustrated hardback editions of classic fiction and non-fiction books, poetry and children’s titles. Folio editions feature specially designed bindings and include artist-commissioned illustrations or researched artworks and photographs.

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