The Edge of Space-Time: Particles, Poetry, and the Cosmic Dream Boogie

Synopsis

In The Edge of Space-Time, cosmologist and particle physicist Chanda Prescod-Weinstein takes readers on an accessible journey to the frontiers of modern physics. From quantum mechanics and black holes to dark matter, dark energy, neutrinos, and the search for a theory of quantum gravity, she explores some of the universe's deepest mysteries with clarity, curiosity, and infectious enthusiasm.

Blending cutting-edge science with philosophy, history, literature, music, and popular culture, Prescod-Weinstein argues that our understanding of the cosmos is inseparable from the social and political worlds we inhabit. Challenging colonial approaches to space exploration while celebrating humanity's enduring relationship with the stars, The Edge of Space-Time is an inspiring invitation to rethink both the universe and our place within it.

About the Author

Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein is a theoretical physicist, cosmologist, and professor whose research focuses on particle physics, cosmology, and dark matter. She is the acclaimed author of The Disordered Cosmos and an internationally recognized advocate for equity in science. Her work brings together physics, Black feminist thought, and the history of science to make the universe more accessible to all readers.

Publisher
Crown

Publication Date
September 30, 2025

Format
Hardcover

Pages
352

Subjects
Science · Physics · Cosmology · Astronomy · Popular Science

ISBN
9780593701683