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Non-Fiction, Science, Study & Work, Popular Science

Seven Brief Lessons on Physics: Anniversary Edition

Carlo Rovelli (author), Erica Segre (translator), Simon Carnell (translator)

Hardback Published on: 25/09/2025

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Supernova

These fantastic brief lessons cover the whole gamut of our present knowledge about the universe. Short and to the point these are a superb refresher for so... READ MORE

Colin Martin at Oban

Accessible and simple introduction

If you are looking for a simple introduction into the heavy subject of quantum physics, this is a book. This book will make you curious to read more about ... READ MORE

Mihaela at Bluewater

Mind-blowing!

I’m not going to pretend I understood all of this book! But I definitely understood more than I expected, due to the way Rovelli explains concepts and idea... READ MORE

Chelsea at Lichfield at Lichfield

Synopsis

These seven short lessons guide us, with simplicity and clarity, through the scientific revolution that shook physics in the twentieth century and still continues to shake us today. In this enchanting overview of modern physics, Carlo Rovelli explains Einstein's theory of general relativity, quantum mechanics, black holes, the complex architecture of the universe, elementary particles, gravity, and the nature of the mind.

Not since Richard Feynman's celebrated Six Easy Pieces has physics been so vividly, intelligently and entertainingly revealed.

Publisher information

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN: 9780241737675
Number of pages: 96
Dimensions: 205 x 136 x 14 mm
Weight: 166g
Languages: English

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Seven Brief Lessons on Physics

Sorry but found this less than inspiring. Unless you want a low level introduction to the subjects covered then I would suggest you find another book

Richard Mountford

7 brief lessons of physics

It has left me hungry for more reading on the subject.

Rosetta LaManno

One day...and I had finished it.

I found it fascinating and easy to understand. Some mind blowing theories out there.

Paul Saville

Exciting, compelling, and even beautiful

This is a book that should be read, read and reread. Luckily it is eminently readable, so this won't not be a trial! Each chapter is as brief as promised, ... READ MORE

Katherine Lavender

Not for younger readers, I think.

I was hoping, from the description that maybe I could inspire something in my bright 11 year old grandson's life, to enthuse him about science in general, ... READ MORE

Pengers

Reality is interaction

This remarkable little book is replete with many such aphorisms which brilliantly distil the gist of some of the most significant and demanding ideas of th... READ MORE

Tim Dumble

Poetic

Beautiful, passionate writing about science. Complex ideas simply expressed with love for the subject.

Scott Beveridge

A great little book

A book for everyone's bookshelf. Such a readable, informative and accessible book. I bought copies for my children as well as myself. In turn they have bou... READ MORE

SueJ

Beautifully written

I found this book captivating and fascinating. So beautifully written. His passion for the subject comes through on every page. He clearly wants the re... READ MORE

Nia

Brilliant clear comprehensible

I read this many years ago and it explains some challenging concepts in layman’s terms. Such a good read I had to buy this signed copy to add to my collect... READ MORE

Niki Cairney

Verified Purchase

The perfect introduction to physics for the general reader

Many thanks to the author, Carlo Rovelli, NetGalley, and the publisher, Penguin, for an ARC of this 10th anniversary edition of a classic. This edition wil... READ MORE

Maria Connolly

Excellent physics overview

A series of short overlapping episodes of different aspects of current physics The book design looks more like a poetry book and Rovelli’s genius is in... READ MORE

Vincent Cartwright