Anyone interested in modern theories of physics should read Leon Lederman’s book, Symmetry and the Beautiful Universe. In this book Lederman clearly explains how the idea of symmetry has helped physicists understand the universe. Crucial to his explanation is Noether’s Theorem.
The Red Limit, by Timothy Ferris, narrates the story of the scientists and their discoveries which lead to the discovery that the universe is expanding.
In the book Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Timothy Ferris takes the reader on a trip through history as he details humanity’s gradual revelation of the universe. The book explains in simple terms the discoveries and people who have contributed most to the human endeavor to comprehend the cosmos.
A great summary of the human endeavor: Cosmos. Carl Sagan does a wonderful job outlining the history of the universe. After watching the series, a viewer will have gained a deep insight into everything. This series would be a perfect choice for high-school students; I am surprised I only heard of it recently. It’s a must see for everyone.
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