Before the Beginning: Cosmology Explained

By George Francis Rayner Ellis

Briefings is a new series of short books to explain and clarify complex contemporary subjects, written for non-specialists by experts in their fields. Themes and topics covered will include Feminism, Education, Cosmology, Medical Ethics, Structuralism, Quantum Physics and Comparative Religion among others. Before the Beginning is a radical attempt to explain and redefine the origins and purpose of creation. Professor Ellis deals clearly and authoritatively with new scientific theories explaining how things began and elucidates the laws which control the operation of the universe. In addition he describes the complex mechanism by which the laws of physics appear to govern and facilitate, as well as to sustain human life. His conclusions about the very meaning of life are often unexpected, but the process by which he reaches them is illuminating and scientifically sound, as would be expected from one of the world's foremost cosmologists.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0714529702
• ISBN13: 9780714529707
• Release Date: July 2000
• Publisher: Marion Boyars Publishers
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

a pleasant surprise

This book eloquently presents the scientific facts regarding our universe, presenting complex theories and facts in comprehensible language. After the 'science' is presented, George Ellis is not afraid to present his theory regarding the 'human' factor,' regarding consciousness and 'morals' in our society. He also makes one think beyond the science, which is in itself, limiting!

A brillant book about the implications of cosmology.

I came upon this book a year and a half ago; never have I seen such a logical presentation of the implications of cosmology, and the possible reasons for us existing, presented so well, and so eloquently. Dr. Ellis (G.F.R. Ellis) is a noted cosmologist who has cowritten with Hawking. And he delves into the possible implications of the "anthropic principle" as few scientsts have the courage or knowledge to do. A MUST read, especially if one wonders about the possibility of a purpose in Creation