The Disordered Cosmos
A Journey into Dark Matter, Spacetime, and Dreams Deferred
By Chanda Prescod-Weinstein | Publisher: PublicAffairs
About the book
From a star astrophysicist and author of the national bestseller The Edge of Space Time, a journey into the world of particle physics and the cosmos – and a call for a more just, inclusive practice of science.
“A love letter to the wonderous universe we call home, and an urge to think critically about how we explore its depths” –Smithsonian Magazine
In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of Particle Physics and what lies beyond it, to the physics of melanin in skin, to the latest theories of dark matter—all with a new spin informed by history, politics, and the wisdom of Star Trek.
One of the leading physicists of her generation, Prescod-Weinstein is also one of the first one hundred Black American women to earn a PhD from a department of physics. Her vision of the cosmos is vibrant, buoyantly nontraditional, and grounded in Black feminist traditions.
Editions of The Disordered Cosmos
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781541724709
- EBook
- ISBN 9781541724693
Read an Excerpt
From a star astrophysicist and author of the national bestseller The Edge of Space Time, a journey into the world of particle physics and the cosmos – and a call for a more just, inclusive practice of science.
“A love letter to the wonderous universe we call home, and an urge to think critically about how we explore its depths” –Smithsonian Magazine
In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of Particle Physics and what lies beyond it, to the physics of melanin in skin, to the latest theories of dark matter—all with a new spin informed by history, politics, and the wisdom of Star Trek.
One of the leading physicists of her generation, Prescod-Weinstein is also one of the first one hundred Black American women to earn a PhD from a department of physics. Her vision of the cosmos is vibrant, buoyantly nontraditional, and grounded in Black feminist traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Disordered Cosmos about?
From a star astrophysicist and author of the national bestseller The Edge of Space Time, a journey into the world of particle physics and the cosmos – and a call for a more just, inclusive practice of science.
“A love letter to the wonderous universe we call home, and an urge to think critically about how we explore its depths” –Smithsonian Magazine
In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of Particle Physics and what lies beyond it, to the physics of melanin in skin, to the latest theories of dark matter—all with a new spin informed by history, politics, and the wisdom of Star Trek.
One of the leading physicists of her generation, Prescod-Weinstein is also one of the first one hundred Black American women to earn a PhD from a department of physics. Her vision of the cosmos is vibrant, buoyantly nontraditional, and grounded in Black feminist traditions.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Disordered Cosmos?
Mathematics and Science > Physics > Applied physics > Astrophysics
Where can I read a sample of The Disordered Cosmos?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781541724709
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Disordered Cosmos?
Chanda Prescod-Weinstein
Who is the Publisher of the book The Disordered Cosmos?
PublicAffairs
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Disordered Cosmos is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781541724709) and ebook(ISBN 9781541724693)
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