Looking for a Book on the Early Universe: Any Recommendations?

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For those seeking resources on the early universe and its thermodynamics, particularly regarding Big Bang Nucleosynthesis, the discussion highlights the book "Early Universe" by Kolb and Turner, though it is noted for its challenging readability. Two recommended popular science books are "Dark Cosmos: In Search of Our Universe's Missing Mass and Energy" by Dan Hooper and "Dark Side of the Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and the Fate of the Cosmos" by Iain Nicolson. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of considering the reader's background knowledge when selecting between textbooks and more accessible popular science literature.
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Could anyone suggest a book/lecture notes on the early universe, especially the thermodynamics of it i.e. Big-Bang Nucleosynthesis etc.. I have a book -Early Universe by Kolb and Turner, but I dint really find it readable. Its not exactly reader friendly. But I would be really glad if someone could suggest some other book on similar lines.
 
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Two decent popular accounts are:

Dark Cosmos: In Search of Our Universe's Missing Mass and Energy (Hardcover)
by Dan Hooper (Author)

Dark Side of the Universe: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and the Fate of the Cosmos (Hardcover)
by Iain Nicolson (Author)
 
What sort of level or background knowledge do you have? Are you seeking a textbook or a popular science book?
 

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