The Little Book of the Big Bang - by Craig J Hogan (Hardcover)

About the Book

Astrophysicist Craig Hogan has contained the entire story of the universe in this small book, leading back to the Big Bang, the beginning of all things. "The Little Book of the Big Bang" explains what modern cosmology is all about--simply, clearly, and using no technical jargon. 27 illus.

Book Synopsis

Here is a concise, understandable guide for everyone who has long wondered what the cosmologists are talking about. Succinctly and simply, Craig Hogan explains what happened in the Big Bang (and how we know), why we think the universe is expanding, and what its fate may be. He explains such terms as "cosmic inflation", "cosmic background radiation," and "dark matter" and shows why they're important. Everyone who is mystified by news stories about the universe (and reports that "the Big Bang theory is in trouble") can get a quick, painless grounding in the basics from this entertaining little book.

Review Quotes

From the reviews:

"The explosion of data and theory in cosmology has led to a profusion of books about modern cosmology written for non-experts. Craig Hogan's cosmic primer ranks among the best: it is a gem." NATURE

"... A book for those who already know something about the subject and want to be reminded of how all the jigsaw pieces fit together. And it is a priceless window into the mind of one of the major players in present-day cosmology." New Scientist