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The Mysterious Universe

by James Jeans · 1930

James Jeans' popular account of modern physics, astronomy, and the philosophical implications of the universe revealed by science.

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James Jeans · Physicist and astronomer

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Who recommends it

1 person has recommended The Mysterious Universe. Each entry links to the source.

Included in Weinberg's list of the 13 best science books for general readers.

Recommended · Wording not verified Source: The Guardian

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Steven Weinberg's 13 best science books for the general reader

Weinberg authored a Guardian list of science books for general readers and included Jeans' The Mysterious Universe.

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The Guardian · 2015-04-03 · accessed 2026-06-21

Article · Authored best-books list

The Guardian article is authored by Steven Weinberg and lists The Mysterious Universe among his selected science books for general readers.

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James JeansPhysicist and astronomer

British physicist, astronomer, and popular science writer.