Reviews
"In this illuminating book, theoretical physicist and writer Strassler....delivers a deep understanding of the Higgs boson and the Higgs field...Strassler delivers a comprehensive background in a reader-friendly and enjoyable review of mass, energy, waves, fields, and quantum mechanics."-- Booklist, "Abundant with analogies and anecdotes, this book exemplifies how experts should write about matter, motion and mass for the masses."-- Scientific American, "A mind-bending investigation of 'how the most esoteric-seeming physics affects every aspect of human existence.'... enlightening science."-- Publishers Weekly, "Strassler takes readers on a comprehensive tour of the physics of the cosmos...Strassler walks readers through the possible misunderstandings different social groups may have of words such as theory, massive and matter in a way I found insightful, thought provoking and humorous."-- Physics World, To my knowledge, no other book presents this modern understanding of the nature of matter and energy at a level accessible to the motivated nonscientists... the writing style itself is engaging and conversational....[an] excellent book . Overall, I found Waves in an Impossible Sea to be a unique and valuable addition to the library of anyone who wants to understand both the modern world of quantum field theory and the role the Higgs field plays in shaping the laws of nature. I recommend it strongly ."-- Don Lincoln , Science, "Strassler is a competent guide to complex topics, but most impressive is his approach to simpler concepts--mass, energy, light--where observation and common sense have been misleading.... Strassler is an imaginative thinker and capable writer... A fine introduction to the cosmos."-- Kirkus, "[ Waves in an Impossible Sea ] is a readable and rewarding introduction to mysteries that physicists are still trying to figure out."-- Wall Street Journal, "To my knowledge, no other book presents this modern understanding of the nature of matter and energy at a level accessible to the motivated nonscientists...the writing style itself is engaging and conversational....[an] excellent book. Overall, I found Waves in an Impossible Sea to be a unique and valuable addition to the library of anyone who wants to understand both the modern world of quantum field theory and the role the Higgs field plays in shaping the laws of nature. I recommend it strongly."-- Don Lincoln , Science, "Matt Strassler succeeds triumphantly in conveying the fascination of the physical reality that underpins our world of atoms and stars. His distinguished expertise, combined with an entertaining and lucid writing style, enable him to lure readers into a 'deeper dive' than most physicists attempt when addressing a general readership -- and to do this without distortion. He conveys the essence of the deep structures that underpin our natural world in an engaging and accessible way. This book deserves wide readership." -- Professor Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal
