The Physics of Star Trek

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Physics of Star Trek
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Lawrence Krauss
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:206
Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129
Category/GenreTelevision
Popular science
Physics
ISBN/Barcode 9780006550426
ClassificationsDewey:791.4572
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint Flamingo
Publication Date 17 March 1997
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

An easy-to-understand introduction to the complexities of today's and tomorrow's physics. The author assess what is and what is not actually possible according to the laws of physics, among all the weird and wonderful things that Kirk, Spock and Scottie got up to in their parallel universe.

Author Biography

Lawrence M. Krauss is Ambrose Swasey Professor of Physics and Professor of Astronomy and Chairman of the Department of Physics at Case Western Reserve University. He is also the author of two acclaimed books, Fear of Physics: A Guide for the Perplexed and The Fifth Essence: The Search far Dark Matter in the Universe, and over 120 scientific articles. He is the recipient of several international awards for his work, including the Presidential Investigator Award, given by President Reagan in 1986. He lectures extensively to both lay and professional audiences and frequently appears on radio and television.