The God Effect: Quantum Entanglement, Science's Strangest Phenomenon
Science's Strangest Phenomenon: The God Effect by Brian Clegg is a popular-science account of quantum entanglement, its history, and its possible technological applications. The listing describes it as equation-free, aiming to explain the subject in nontechnical language.
At a glance
- Explains quantum entanglement and its history in nontechnical, equation-free language, according to the listing.
- Discusses potential connections to technologies such as secure codes, computing, and teleportation.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated equation-free approach may make an unusual quantum topic more approachable to general readers.
- The listed Kindle edition supports screen readers and includes enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | July 21, 2009 |
| Edition | First |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 289 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1429966016 |
| File size | 3.4 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The technological possibilities described are topics the book discusses, not promises of available or imminent technologies. The Kindle listing gives digital reading features rather than information about a print edition.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for an accessible introduction to quantum entanglement and its historical context.
- Curious general readers who prefer conceptual science writing over an equation-focused treatment.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a mathematical textbook or a current technical reference on quantum physics.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and fascinating, and notes its breadth of coverage on entanglement. This aligns with the listing's scope across the subject's history and possible applications. Aggregate ratings are generally positive but include a range of experiences, so they cannot establish that every reader will find the explanation suitable.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as informative and interesting.
Frequently asked questions
What is The God Effect about?
The listing describes a popular-science account of quantum entanglement, its history, and potential applications.
Is this presented as a technical textbook?
No. The listing characterizes the book as equation-free and written in nontechnical terms.
What Kindle accessibility and reading features are listed?
Screen Reader is Supported. Enhanced typesetting, Word Wise, and Page Flip are Enabled. X-Ray is Not Enabled.
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