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The Elegant Universe : Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions and the Quest for  the Ultimate Theory

The Elegant Universe : Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory

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The Elegant Universe : Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory

by Greene, Brian

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London: The Folio Society 2017. Large 8vo. xxiv, 447 pp. Hardcover with red cloth spine and illustration to boards, in a black slipcase. Illustrations throughout. In fine condition. . Fine. Hardcover. 2017.

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The Elegant Universe is a book by Brian Greene published in 1999 which introduces string theory and provides a comprehensive though non-technical assessment of the theory and some of its shortcomings.

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Foster Books - Stephen Foster, ABA, ILAB, PBFA GB (GB)
Bookseller's Inventory #
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Title
The Elegant Universe : Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory
Author
Greene, Brian
Format/Binding
Hardcover
Book Condition
Used - Fine
Jacket Condition
Slipcase
Quantity Available
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Publisher
The Folio Society 2017
Place of Publication
London
Date Published
2017
Size
Large 8vo.
Keywords
Science,Physics,Astronomy
Bookseller catalogs
Science and Medicine;

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