The Key to the Universe: A Report on the New Physics [Paperback]

Nigel Calder (Author)

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• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics); 1st edition (September 28, 1978)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0140050655
• ISBN-13: 978-0140050653
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,772,245 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic, October 11, 2009

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This review is from: The Key to the Universe: A Report on the New Physics (Paperback)

This book started me down the path which has culminated in taking a distance learning course in cosmology.

It was first published in the 1970's and accompanied a BBC TV series.

Much of the information has been superseded but it has a foundational role. The literal style is typical of the 1970's and the book is peppered with statistics and images which are lacking in modern equivalents.

I have bought it as a curio and a reminder of my childhood.

The book arrived promptly in the UK from the American retailer and it was in a condition which was better than described. This was a pleasant surprise and instills confidence in the seller.