Breakfast with Einstein

The Exotic Physics of Everyday Objects

Chad Orzel author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oneworld Publications

Published:5th Sep '19

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In Breakfast with Einstein, Chad Orzel reveals how quantum physics influences our daily lives, from breakfast routines to modern technology, making science accessible and engaging.

In Breakfast with Einstein, international bestselling author and physicist Chad Orzel takes readers on a fascinating journey through the everyday wonders of quantum physics. He illustrates how this complex field of science underpins the seemingly mundane aspects of our daily lives, from the alarm clock that wakes us up to the coffee that fuels our mornings. By weaving together relatable examples and scientific insights, Orzel makes the intricate principles of quantum mechanics accessible and engaging for everyone.

The book begins at dawn, exploring the hidden quantum secrets behind common activities we often overlook. Orzel cleverly connects the dots between our daily routines and the extraordinary science that governs them. For instance, he explains how the technology behind digital cameras and fiber broadband is rooted in quantum physics, demonstrating that this field is not just for scientists but is indeed part of our everyday reality.

Breakfast with Einstein is not only informative but also a delightful read that encourages curiosity about the world around us. Orzel's friendly tone and relatable anecdotes invite readers to appreciate the beauty of science in the simplest of pleasures, making it clear that quantum physics is all around us, waiting to be discovered. Whether you're a science enthusiast or just curious about how the universe works, this book promises to enlighten and entertain.

‘[A] fine example of scientific passion.’

* Sunday Times, Books of the Year *

‘Informative and friendly.’

* New York Times *

‘Physics is everywhere and in everything, and no one explains physics better than Chad Orzel. This book is a meal for your mind.’

-- John Scalzi, author of The Rough Guide to the Universe

‘Orzel is the perfect guide to the world of atoms and photons, demonstrating that even our morning breakfast rituals are not possible without the wonders of modern physics.’

-- James Kakalios, author of The Physics of Superheroes and The Physics of Everyday Things

‘As Chad Orzel wonderfully shows in Breakfast with Einstein, a full gamut of our commonplace daily activities – from boiling water [on the stove]…to taking and exchanging photos with our electronic cameras and phones – depends on quantum rules… A must-read for anyone fascinated with how the quantum revolution explains how things work.’

-- Paul Halpern, author of The Quantum Labyrinth

ISBN: 9781786076403

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 21mm

Weight: unknown

288 pages