The Trouble With Physics: The Rise of String Theory, the Fall of a Science, And What Comes Next

by Lee Smolin - The Trouble With Physics Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.3 by 646 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Accessible to readers
  • Interesting discussions on new research directions
  • Inspiring anecdotes about mathematicians and physicists
  • Fascinating layman's read about string theory
  • Fast delivery and good quality
  • Relatively easy to read
  • Provides a recap of significant scientific revolutions
  • Modest in tone compared to other books

Cons from Reviews

  • Complex concepts for some readers
  • String theory lacks a solid foundation
  • Some may find it oversimplified
  • Background-dependent nature of string theory
  • Limited experimental confirmation for string theory
  • String theory has multiple solutions with no new predictions
  • String theory may not be a fundamental theory
  • Peer-review challenges in academia

Notable Features

String Theory Critique
Science Fall Analysis
Future Speculation
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