At the heart of relativity theory, quantum mechanics, string theory, and much of modern cosmology lies one concept: symmetry. In Why Beauty Is Truth, world-famous mathematician Ian Stewart narrates the history of the emergence of this remarkable area of study. Stewart introduces us to such characters as the Renaissance Italian genius, rogue, scholar, and gambler Girolamo Cardano, who stole the …
Two squabbling siblings learn about symmetry when their babysitter helps them build and fly a kite.'
Two squabbling siblings learn about symmetry when their babysitter helps them build and fly a kite.'
Two squabbling siblings learn about symmetry when their babysitter helps them build and fly a kite.'