The Physics Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

By: DK

Narrated by: Richard Trinder

Explore the laws and theories of physics in this accessible introduction to the forces that shape our Universe, our planet, and our everyday lives.

Using a bold, graphic-led approach The Physics Book sets out more than 80 key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject and influenced our technology since the beginning of time. With the focus firmly on unpicking the thought behind each theory - as well as exploring when and how each idea and breakthrough came about - seven themed chapters examine the history and developments in areas such as energy and matter, and electricity and magnetism, as well as quantum, nuclear, and particle physics.

Eureka moments abound: from Pythagoras's observations of the pleasing harmonies created by vibrating strings, and Galileo's experiments with spheres, to Isaac Newton's apple and his conclusions about gravity and the laws of motion. You'll also learn about Albert Einstein's insights into relativity; how the accidental discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation confirmed the Big Bang theory; the search for the Higgs boson particle; and why most of our Universe is missing.

If you've ever wondered exactly how physicists formulated - and proved - these abstract concepts, The Physics Book is the book for you.

© 2020 Dorling Kindersley Ltd © 2020 DK Audio

Critic reviews

“Readers who want to know more about physics but are intimidated by the subject’s complexity will want to turn to The Physics Book” —Booklist

Good Intro to Physics

Good information without getting into too much detail. A good primer for beginning a physics class.

Excellent book on history of physics

This book goes through the history of physics and many, many people who contributed to what we have today. Terrific book!

Excellent

Excellent structure, story, voice, imagery and very detailed. Easy to listen to and very entertaining.

Great book. Highly recommended.

A great popular science book on Physics. A must read for science enthusiasts. One of the best DK books in my opinion.

Dense but Informative

I would suggest getting the physical book to accompany the audio, as there’s a significant amount of data you may want to dive deeper. Having the book on hand allows for notes on the data, rather than pausing and replaying the media. Ultimately good “fruit for thought.”