History, Philosophy and Foundations of Physics

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		Quantum Theory at the Crossroads Reconsidering the 1927 Solvay Conference Guido Bacciagaluppi , Antony Valentini £75.00 Translation of the Fifth Solvay Congress proceedings, for graduate students and researchers in physics and quantum theory. Published October 2009 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521814218 | In stock
		Discovering the Expanding Universe Harry Nussbaumer , Lydia Bieri , Foreword by Allan Sandage £34.00 This book explores the history of the discovery of the expanding universe, one of the most exciting exploits in astronomy. 'It's wonderful to have such expert guides. Though their book claims to be for the interested man, it will prove most valuable to Physics Today readers. … Discovering the Expanding Universe is the one you should read.' Physics Today Published March 2009 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521514842 | In stock
		Heisenberg and the Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics The Physicist as Philosopher Kristian Camilleri £48.00 New perspective on Heisenberg's interpretation of quantum mechanics for researchers and graduate students in the history and philosophy of physics. '… excellent and scholarly … I can only welcome Camilleri's book as an important work that may enlighten us in the ongoing discussion about the interpretation of quantum mechanics.' Metascience Published February 2009 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521884846 | In stock
		Reexamining the Quantum-Classical Relation Beyond Reductionism and Pluralism Alisa Bokulich £47.00 The relation between quantum mechanics and classical mechanics, argued from historical, philosophical, and scientific perspectives. Published October 2008 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521857208 | In stock
		On Space and Time Edited by Shahn Majid , With contributions by Alain Connes , Michael Heller , Roger Penrose , John Polkinghorne , Andrew Taylor £14.99 A fascinating discussion on space and time articulated by the most distinguished scientists of today. '… a unique collection of essays. … The non-specialist might struggle with some of the mathematic vocabulary but the philosophical content is thought provoking … a worthwhile read.' Federation of Astronomical Societies Newsletter Published September 2008 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521889261 | In stock
		Newton as Philosopher Andrew Janiak £52.00 Andrew Janiak presents Newton as an original and sophisticated contributor to natural philosophy. Review of the hardback: 'Newton as Philosopher is the best and most comprehensive discussion now available of Newton's philosophical views and their relationship with his physics - especially in connection with such vexed issues as the existence of forces, action at a distance, and God's relation to 'absolute space'. It is particularly remarkable for the way in which it very illuminatingly situates these issues within the wider context of early modern philosophy more generally.' Michael Friedman, Stanford University Published July 2008 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521862868 | In stock
		The Evolution of Matter From the Big Bang to the Present Day Igor Tolstikhin , Jan Kramers £81.00 This volume follows the chemical history of matter from the Big Bang to the present. Review of the hardback: '… the latest and most comprehensive contribution to this important and growing genre. … The Evolution of Matter will provide advanced undergraduates and Earth science professionals with an unusually broad and integrated view of isotope cosmo- and geo-chemistry, from the ancient origin of atoms to the modern living Earth. … an engaging historical narrative.' Elements Published June 2008 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521866477 | Temporarily unavailable - no date available
		Out of the Shadows Contributions of Twentieth-Century Women to Physics Edited by Nina Byers , Gary Williams £36.00 Authoritative 2006 description of pioneering women who made important contributions to physics from the twentieth century. Review of the hardback: 'As this inspiring gallery of heroines makes plain, there's no such thing as female science - just female scientists, including some very great ones. Their achievements span a vast range of mathematics, physics, and astronomy. In Out of the Shadows, experts lucidly explain what they did, and the lives they led. I was mesmerized, and edified.' Frank Wilcze, Nobel Prize in Physics 2004, Herman Feshbach, Professor of Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Published August 2006 | Hardback | ISBN-13:9780521821971 (ISBN-10:0521821975) | In stock
		Einstein, Bohr and the Quantum Dilemma From Quantum Theory to Quantum Information 2nd Edition Andrew Whitaker £35.00 A fascinating account of the development of quantum theory and emergence of quantum information theory. From reviews of the first edition: 'This book is a potential block-buster. Written in a nice style, structured like a popular lecture, its language is lucid and the contents well selected … it has the most thorough coverage and clear explanation of classical physics that I have read for a long time … It has additonally the advantages of being well-researched, with the latest available material … and written by a first rate physicist with excellent communication skills.' Samar Jha, The Statesman Published June 2006 | Paperback | ISBN-13:9780521671026 (ISBN-10:0521671027) | In stock