The Particle at the End of the Universe
by Sean Carroll
Description
In this compelling account of one of modern physics’ greatest quests, the search for the Higgs boson becomes a gateway to understanding how the universe is structured and why matter has mass. Sean Carroll guides readers through the science behind the Large Hadron Collider, explaining profound ideas in particle physics while introducing the researchers, rivalries, engineering challenges, and international cooperation that made the discovery possible. Blending history, human drama, and lucid scientific storytelling, the book explores what the Higgs particle reveals—and what it leaves unanswered about dark matter and the fundamental nature of reality.
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paperback
Penguin
Published Nov 13, 2012
406 pages
ISBN: 9781101609705
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First Published
2012
Language
eng
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