The Trouble with Physics The Rise of String Theory, the Fall of a Science, and What Comes Next

"A splendid, edifying report from the front lines of theorectical physics . . . A wonderful gift." The San Francisco Chronicle

""An uncommonly clear and confident account . . . Even those who differ with many of Smolin's contentions can applaud his bringing physicists' anguished night thoughts into the clear light of day."-Tim Ferris

"If you want to think in new ways about the interconnected universe around you, read Lee Smolin's provocative, inspiring book."-Margaret Geller

"The best book about contemporary science written for the layman that I have ever read ... Read this book. Twice."

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