Magic Universe - The Oxford Guide to Modern Science

This book thoroughly deserves the accolade of Sir Martin Rees, the Astronomer Royal, who comments that Nigel Calder 'remains supreme in his range and depth, going to immense trouble to get things right, and also takes pains with the clarity and elegance of his writing'. There are over 160 cross-referring entries. The style is amazingly accessible and lively, and Calder does not mince his words when assessing people or issues, which makes the book really engaging. A book for every library and for those who like to see how the vast range of scientific achievement hangs together.