Knocking on heaven's door:how physics and Scientific thinking on the universe

What the book is about
Humanity is on the threshold of a new understanding of the world and their place in the Universe, according to the authoritative American scientist, Professor of physics at Harvard University Lisa Randall, and invites us on a fascinating journey through the expanses of the history of scientific discoveries. A special place in the book is devoted to the latest and most significant developments in particle physics; the circumstances of the creation and principles of operation of the Large hadron Collider, which attracted the attention of the world; the debate between the competing points of view on man's place in the universe.
Why is the book worth reading.
Informative and yet easy to understand story acquaints the reader with recent scientific ideas and achievements, step by step brings one to understand the structure of the universe.
Who is this book for.
For anyone interested in modern science, technological progress, structure of the Universe.
Who is the author.
Lisa Randall is an American theoretical physicist, popularizer of science, a reputable expert in the field of elementary particle physics, string theory and cosmology, Harvard University Professor. Co-author of the scientific model of Randall - Sandrama, which became her main contribution to science. Member of the American Academy of arts and Sciences and the National Academy of Sciences of the United States. Included in the list of 100 most influential people of 2007 by Time magazine in the category of "Scientists and thinkers".