What are some recommended Cosmology books?

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This discussion highlights several recommended cosmology books, emphasizing their accessibility and content. Key titles include "Once Before Time," a layman's guide to loop quantum cosmology, and popular choices such as "Many Worlds in One: The Search for Other Universes" by Vilenkin, "Cosmic Jackpot" by Davies, and "The Inflationary Universe" by Guth. Additionally, "Introduction to Modern Cosmology" by Liddle is noted for its readability and inclusion of mathematical concepts. These selections cater to both casual readers and those seeking deeper understanding.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of cosmological concepts
  • Familiarity with quantum mechanics principles
  • Interest in theoretical physics
  • Ability to comprehend mathematical formulations in physics
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore "Many Worlds in One: The Search for Other Universes" by Vilenkin
  • Read "Cosmic Jackpot" by Davies for insights on cosmic inflation
  • Study "The Inflationary Universe" by Guth for foundational theories in cosmology
  • Investigate "Introduction to Modern Cosmology" by Liddle for a comprehensive overview
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This discussion is beneficial for students of physics, amateur astronomers, and anyone interested in understanding modern cosmology through accessible literature.

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Hello,
Has anyone read any good or interesting Cosmology books lately?
Thanks
 
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"Once Before Time" maybe the only layman's guide to loop quantum cosmology.
 
For popular books, I suggest:

a) Many Worlds in One: The Search for Other Universes by Vilenkin
b) Cosmic Jackpot by Davies
c) The Inflationary Universe by Guth

There are hundreds of other good ones, but these are a few of my favorite that I read cover-to-cover.

The most readable one with some of the math in my opinion is Introduction to Modern Cosmology by Liddle.
 
Thanks for the input!
 
Cool, thanks for the tips.

I just ordered The Inflationary Universe by Guth, I can't wait!
 

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