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The elegant universe [DVD]
Title:
The elegant universe [DVD]
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[DVD] / a Nova production for WGBH/Boston and Channel 4 in association with David Hickman Films, Sveriges Television, and Norddeutscher Rundfunk ; writers, Julia Cort and Brian Greene ; directors, Julia Cort and Joseph McMaster.
Publication Information:
Boston : WGBH Boston Video, ©2003.
Physical Description:
2 videodiscs (approximately 180 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
ISBN:
9781593750060
9781593755577
Series:
General Note:
Originally produced for television broadcast in 2003.
Based on The elegant universe by Brian Greene.
Special features: bonus video - how the animation was created ; multidimensional math activity ; The making of The elegant universe activity ; printable materials for educators ; access to The elegant universe web site ; excerpt from the best-selling book.
Abstract:
Physicist Brian Greene discusses the historical quest for a grand unified theory in physics which will reconcile quantum physics and general relativity, and considers the possibility that superstring theory may bring an end to that search.
Reading Level:
Not rated.
Genre:
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Nova (Television program)
Contents:
Disc 1: pt. 1. Einstein's dream ; pt. 2. String's the thing -- Disc 2: pt. 3. Welcome to the 11th dimension.
Credits:
Director of photography, Mike Coles ; music, Ed Tomney.
Performer:
Hosted by Brian Greene ; introduction, Ruth Howes.
Technical Details:
DVD; region 1; letterboxed; Dolby Digital.
Language:
Closed-captioned for the hearing impaired; optional audio-descriptions for the visually impaired.