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Physics of the Impossible

Michio Kaku
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Physics of the Impossible

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2008

Book Brief

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Michio Kaku

Physics of the Impossible

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Physics of the Impossible, Michio Kaku explores various futuristic technologies that are currently considered impossible. He categorizes them into three classes based on their feasibility: present-day technologies extended to their limits, technologies that are not currently possible but could be in the next millennium, and speculative technologies beyond known physics.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

41,411 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michio Kaku's Physics of the Impossible explores futuristic science fiction concepts and potential technological advances. Positive insights highlight its engaging writing and ability to make complex physics accessible to a general audience. Negative aspects include occasional oversimplification and speculative leaps that some find hard to accept. Overall, it's an intriguing read for those curious about the future of science and technology.

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Who Should Read Physics of the Impossible?

Fans of speculative science and futuristic technologies would relish Michio Kaku’s Physics of the Impossible. Similar to readers of Stephen Hawking’s A Brief History of Time and Carl Sagan’s Cosmos, they appreciate accessible science that explores the boundaries of what might one day be possible.

4.3

41,411 ratings

78%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2000s

Theme
Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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