Universal

The Top Ten bestselling authors of The Quantum Universe take us on an awe-inspiring journey of scientific exploration in Universal. In this compelling new book, physicists Brian Cox and Jeff Forshaw invite us to dare to imagine a time before the Big Bang, when the entire Universe was compressed into an infinitesimally small space. But this is more than mere imagination—we can now begin to understand it through the lens of modern science.

Over the centuries, the human urge to discover has unlocked an incredible amount of knowledge, revealing a universe that is as breathtaking as it is vast. Universal takes us on an epic journey of scientific discovery, explaining how we can all comprehend some of the most fundamental questions about our existence. We explore our Earth, the Sun, the Solar System, and the star-filled galaxies beyond.

From the cosmos' grand scale to the intricacies of subatomic particles, Cox and Forshaw reveal a world of wonder. Some questions, such as “How big is our solar system?” or “How fast is space expanding?” can be explored from the comfort of your own back garden. Others, like “How big is the Universe?” and “What is it made of?”, require us to draw on the astonishing data now being gathered at the frontiers of human knowledge, using the latest tools and technologies from astrophysics and cosmology.

Through detailed explanations, vivid analogies, and fascinating historical insights, Universal illuminates the foundational principles that govern our universe. The book not only showcases the beauty of scientific inquiry but also connects us to the broader cosmos in profound ways. As we delve into the groundbreaking work of scientists past and present, we reach out into the unknown, unfurling the mysteries of existence.

Ultimately, Universal demonstrates that the quest for understanding is more than a scientific endeavour—it is a deeply human one. By daring to imagine and to question, we can all join in the pursuit of knowledge. Cox and Forshaw show us that science not only reveals a deeper beauty of the world we live in, but also nurtures a sense of connection to the universe at large. Through this journey of discovery, we come to realise that, together, we can all grasp the wonders of the cosmos.