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Our Self-Assembling Universe
Our Self-Assembling Universe
We all know about atoms. For example, we all know that hydrogen, oxygen, silver, and gold are atoms. We also know that atoms make soil, air, water, plants, animals and everything else on planet earth. But how many of us truly appreciate the fact that these things and all other such things in our universe are not only made of atoms but are made by them! Atoms, themselves self-assembled from nothing more than protons, neutrons, and electrons, have made and continue to make everything!
And theyve done it and continue to do it on their own. It is the purpose of this book to help the author, and others so interested, come to grips with this mind boggling state of affairs, and to help develop an intimate knowledge and appreciation for the self-assembly of our universe and of its building blocks, the atoms. To do this the author has, himself, begun self-assembling all of the atomic nuclei listed in the periodic chart of elements using colorful orange and white ping-pong balls, his chosen representatives for protons and neutrons. Through this device, the intimate stories uniquely connected to each of the atoms, their mode of self-assembly, and their role in the creation of the universe, unfold.
Inside the book: Most of us know, and do so with a high degree of confidence, that we, our planet, our solar system, our galaxy, and all other seemingly solid objects in our universe, both unimaginably large and invisibly small, are made of atoms. And yet, even though I have said it many times and thought it many more times, I hadnt truly assimilated the very obvious fact that our universe isnt just made of atoms, it has been, and continues to be, self-assembled by them. Atoms have been putting the universe together, and they, and the very forces that made them, have been doing it all, on their own, subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!
We all know about atoms. For example, we all know that hydrogen, oxygen, silver, and gold are atoms. We also know that atoms make soil, air, water, plants, animals and everything else on planet earth. But how many of us truly appreciate the fact that these things and all other such things in our universe are not only made of atoms but are made by them! Atoms, themselves self-assembled from nothing more than protons, neutrons, and electrons, have made and continue to make everything!
And theyve done it and continue to do it on their own. It is the purpose of this book to help the author, and others so interested, come to grips with this mind boggling state of affairs, and to help develop an intimate knowledge and appreciation for the self-assembly of our universe and of its building blocks, the atoms. To do this the author has, himself, begun self-assembling all of the atomic nuclei listed in the periodic chart of elements using colorful orange and white ping-pong balls, his chosen representatives for protons and neutrons. Through this device, the intimate stories uniquely connected to each of the atoms, their mode of self-assembly, and their role in the creation of the universe, unfold.
Inside the book: Most of us know, and do so with a high degree of confidence, that we, our planet, our solar system, our galaxy, and all other seemingly solid objects in our universe, both unimaginably large and invisibly small, are made of atoms. And yet, even though I have said it many times and thought it many more times, I hadnt truly assimilated the very obvious fact that our universe isnt just made of atoms, it has been, and continues to be, self-assembled by them. Atoms have been putting the universe together, and they, and the very forces that made them, have been doing it all, on their own, subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!
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April 18, 2022
“Our Self-Assembling Universe” is a revolutionary piece of literature that smashes all mainstream thought to give rise to a more out-of-the-box mode of thinking and analysis. Frank Gaertner’s commentary on the creation of the universe is written with just the right blend of wit and expertise, creating a harmony of intrigue and information that keeps one reading. Frank is not only well-educated with regards to science, but also wise and resourceful in his explanations and writing. Effectively gathering knowledge to synthesize a desired discourse and finding a way to make it understandable even to the layman is quite a rare talent to have even among the most intelligent. Massive respect to such a smart and talented author! I highly recommend this!
January 30, 2023
Our Self-Assembling Universe is exactly the type of book everyone should read. I hope that books like these end up in classrooms so that they will ignite the minds of young learners to pursue the sciences and pursue learning more about the known universe. Dr. Frank Gaertner is not just a wonderful author, he is an excellent teacher, being able to deliver the maximum amount of knowledge while still being able to connect with the readers and not make them feel small because of the technical words.
This book is easy to understand, there are a lot of resources too that you can watch if you have a hard time understanding and defining a concept, and the author never fails to mechanize and teach us what we need to know.
This book is easy to understand, there are a lot of resources too that you can watch if you have a hard time understanding and defining a concept, and the author never fails to mechanize and teach us what we need to know.
January 30, 2023
I truly enjoyed this journey and I am looking forward to more AWTbook writers. I think this kind of book adapts to the new generation. The current generation encourages self-paced learning, where you are learning at your own pace in the means that is best for you. For someone who loves teaching and writing, I might be trying out this mode! Frank Gaertner delivered the book as it is him, he knows how to mark it as his, and we can note how he delivers his book. There is a character inside the pages of the book, and there is an assurance that kids will learn and appreciate this masterpiece. A recommended read, 5/5 stars!
March 16, 2023
This is filled with humor; thoroughly accomplished debut opens with five words “How to write an AWTbook™.” Not mentioned in the title, but the book provides more to what is being written in the title. So, getting this book, it’s like hitting two birds with one stone.
The book starts with a preface where Frank gives insights as to how to write your own AWTbook. Suffice it to say, this is by far the first AWTbook in the market, and you’ll do yourself a disservice if you skip this one. Part two of the preface gives insights as to how for billions of years, our universe was filled with protons, with the help of quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, and cosmology. Part three of the Preface brings us to this new literary art form, which is “a first of a kind that everyone needs to read because it’s cool.” Part Four sheds light as to how Frank got his idea that our universe is self-assembling on its own. He even mentioned that we are made by atoms instead of made of atoms. Frank skipped “Part Five” and jumped to Part Six, which is strange. Part Six gives us a glimpse into how our body which is made by atoms, works and assembles on its own. It’s a video by Derek Muller. Part Seven introduced a cliffhanger with a question. This begins the study of light waves. In part Eight, Frank compares the power of Listening versus
Reading. Part Nine is a discussion of how everything began in 1900. This is a long discussion that covers an ample number of pages to prove his point. More quantum mechanics, astrophysics, and other branches of science are discussed.
This and more!
This book rightfully fell into my type as it educates and provides compelling content that is mostly new to me. There was no dull moment during the reading because Frank knew how to use humor in his writing. In totality, I highly recommend this book.
The book starts with a preface where Frank gives insights as to how to write your own AWTbook. Suffice it to say, this is by far the first AWTbook in the market, and you’ll do yourself a disservice if you skip this one. Part two of the preface gives insights as to how for billions of years, our universe was filled with protons, with the help of quantum mechanics, nuclear physics, and cosmology. Part three of the Preface brings us to this new literary art form, which is “a first of a kind that everyone needs to read because it’s cool.” Part Four sheds light as to how Frank got his idea that our universe is self-assembling on its own. He even mentioned that we are made by atoms instead of made of atoms. Frank skipped “Part Five” and jumped to Part Six, which is strange. Part Six gives us a glimpse into how our body which is made by atoms, works and assembles on its own. It’s a video by Derek Muller. Part Seven introduced a cliffhanger with a question. This begins the study of light waves. In part Eight, Frank compares the power of Listening versus
Reading. Part Nine is a discussion of how everything began in 1900. This is a long discussion that covers an ample number of pages to prove his point. More quantum mechanics, astrophysics, and other branches of science are discussed.
This and more!
This book rightfully fell into my type as it educates and provides compelling content that is mostly new to me. There was no dull moment during the reading because Frank knew how to use humor in his writing. In totality, I highly recommend this book.
June 22, 2022
We are very much aware of how everything around us– what we see, what we touch, and even ourselves are made of atoms. Yet, only a few or even next to none have any idea that we are not only made of them but made by them. Atoms per se convene and self-assemble. In this book, Mr. Frank Gaertner emphasizes that fact by giving us multiple videos to watch on YouTube to even widen our visual interpretation and did a DIY himself using white and orange ping pong balls as his representation of protons and neutrons, building all the atomic nuclei found in the periodic table. It was fascinating to see how his experiment was done, progressed, and at times failed.
It was a journey full of doubt. But in the end, everything that was written here all makes sense.
I must say that OSAU is an interesting book full of reliable insights and scientific research into subatomic particles. The author is also particularly good at explaining how modern scientists kept pushing further and further into the discovery of the smallest unit of all, the atom.
Most of us, I suppose, believe in Dalton’s Atomic Theory which says that all matter is composed of “extremely small particles called atoms” - at least in some vague sense considering that he formulated first the modern description of it as the fundamental building blocks of chemicals. But the things that Gaertner talks about here are somewhat in opposition to this old age theory of the 1800s. It is a whole new world of atomic and nuclear physics that he opened up in this century. That alone makes this book an intriguing read unto the discovery of this basic unit.
This is a masterpiece of writing, documentation, reporting, and ferociously compelling.
It was a journey full of doubt. But in the end, everything that was written here all makes sense.
I must say that OSAU is an interesting book full of reliable insights and scientific research into subatomic particles. The author is also particularly good at explaining how modern scientists kept pushing further and further into the discovery of the smallest unit of all, the atom.
Most of us, I suppose, believe in Dalton’s Atomic Theory which says that all matter is composed of “extremely small particles called atoms” - at least in some vague sense considering that he formulated first the modern description of it as the fundamental building blocks of chemicals. But the things that Gaertner talks about here are somewhat in opposition to this old age theory of the 1800s. It is a whole new world of atomic and nuclear physics that he opened up in this century. That alone makes this book an intriguing read unto the discovery of this basic unit.
This is a masterpiece of writing, documentation, reporting, and ferociously compelling.
September 29, 2022
What fascinated me the most throughout the entire book is the discovery of molecular machines, which are also known by the name nanomachine. Just like me, this subject has captured the imagination of various scientists for the past decades and one of which is H Frank Gaertner, a teacher. In this book, he tackles this phenomenal revelation.
Billions of our cells inside our body die, yet this is not surprising at all because our body makes up for these programmed cell deaths through cell division where in this process called Mitosis, molecular machines happened to be based. This governs the relocation of genetic information. The molecular machine separates the DNA into two identical DNA molecules. Aside from being responsible for gene expression and DNA replication, it is also in charge of energy production. From thereon, it proves to what extent these biological machines could be complicated when it has yet to be artificially executed.
Furthermore, in this second edition of his book, he reveals a jaw-dropping exploration that left us bewildered. Going deeper into nuclear physics, quantum mechanics, and cosmology, he leads us to a new realization.
Our Self-Assembling Universe is ideal for the classroom. It provides a working knowledge of the science around us and inside our being. There are also videos and sites recommended that enable students to apply their findings more broadly. This has paved the way for a complex topic. He opened the door for us to understand what makes the universe and why in this particular universe we live.
His revelations bring an optimistic perspective. Highly recommended!
Billions of our cells inside our body die, yet this is not surprising at all because our body makes up for these programmed cell deaths through cell division where in this process called Mitosis, molecular machines happened to be based. This governs the relocation of genetic information. The molecular machine separates the DNA into two identical DNA molecules. Aside from being responsible for gene expression and DNA replication, it is also in charge of energy production. From thereon, it proves to what extent these biological machines could be complicated when it has yet to be artificially executed.
Furthermore, in this second edition of his book, he reveals a jaw-dropping exploration that left us bewildered. Going deeper into nuclear physics, quantum mechanics, and cosmology, he leads us to a new realization.
Our Self-Assembling Universe is ideal for the classroom. It provides a working knowledge of the science around us and inside our being. There are also videos and sites recommended that enable students to apply their findings more broadly. This has paved the way for a complex topic. He opened the door for us to understand what makes the universe and why in this particular universe we live.
His revelations bring an optimistic perspective. Highly recommended!
September 29, 2022
Reading this book had me resonate with the good all day. I remember during my childhood how I was fascinated and mesmerized by our world - its massive breadth and full of wonders. All things are a source of marvel and infinite limits of possibilities. We were all curious as a child. It only differs in what makes our minds tangle. But then, as we reach adulthood, we lose that desire to ask questions. We no longer felt the same thirst for knowledge and a thorough understanding of things. We, bit by bit, abandon our childhood curiosity as our busy lives get in our way. Until reality hits hard and you realize that you knew nothing exactly about the hows and whys of the cosmos. The Universe has waited enough to be discovered, and I had a long life ahead of me to also anticipate future discoveries. Now is that future.
I’m no expert in science, just a mere starter. But this book came easy to me. I think Gaertner’s books are gems of some sort. He becomes a bridge that connects scientists and common people who know nothing much about this exploration. This is a classic that one should not miss out on. I found this very easy to follow and high-level concepts were explained in a way that many of us could understand. It is beautiful by every means possible. I am recommending this book to every human being. It’s something every soul must read. If possible, I would buy more hard copies of this and shove it to everyone’s doors.
I’m no expert in science, just a mere starter. But this book came easy to me. I think Gaertner’s books are gems of some sort. He becomes a bridge that connects scientists and common people who know nothing much about this exploration. This is a classic that one should not miss out on. I found this very easy to follow and high-level concepts were explained in a way that many of us could understand. It is beautiful by every means possible. I am recommending this book to every human being. It’s something every soul must read. If possible, I would buy more hard copies of this and shove it to everyone’s doors.
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June 22, 2022This book was written by H. Frank Gaertner providing a comprehensive explanation as to why we are not just made of atoms but made BY them. Highlighting remarkable details, the author came up with the idea of self-assembling. To prove this revelation, he himself did an assessment using ping pong balls. We follow this with an overview of the basics of nuclear physics from the first few pages. This is the reason why the flow and structure of the book get a thumbs-up from me.
This is amazingly well-written as it discusses all the kinds of stuff needed to understand the smallest of the small. If you thoroughly think about it– logically, there are no other books that have had such a powerful impact on the way we, humans, and the earth view the mechanisms behind our existence and the things around us.
And the self-assembling atoms as proposed by Frank are the idealism that really had a remarkable influence on me. This totally makes sense because our bones contain calcium composed of 20 atoms. On top of that, 60% of our body is water and H2O. The remaining percentage is also of four key elements– oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. These are part of the periodic table that are assembled by “subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!”
Surprisingly engaging, this is the book that really ignited my love for physics.
This is amazingly well-written as it discusses all the kinds of stuff needed to understand the smallest of the small. If you thoroughly think about it– logically, there are no other books that have had such a powerful impact on the way we, humans, and the earth view the mechanisms behind our existence and the things around us.
And the self-assembling atoms as proposed by Frank are the idealism that really had a remarkable influence on me. This totally makes sense because our bones contain calcium composed of 20 atoms. On top of that, 60% of our body is water and H2O. The remaining percentage is also of four key elements– oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. These are part of the periodic table that are assembled by “subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!”
Surprisingly engaging, this is the book that really ignited my love for physics.
June 23, 2022
This book was written by H. Frank Gaertner providing a comprehensive explanation as to why we are not just made of atoms but made BY them. Highlighting remarkable details, the author came up with the idea of self-assembling. To prove this revelation, he himself did an assessment using ping pong balls. We follow this with an overview of the basics of nuclear physics from the first few pages. This is the reason why the flow and structure of the book get a thumbs-up from me.
This is amazingly well-written as it discusses all the kinds of stuff needed to understand the smallest of the small. If you thoroughly think about it– logically, there are no other books that have had such a powerful impact on the way we, humans, and the earth view the mechanisms behind our existence and the things around us. And the self-assembling atoms as proposed by Frank are the idealism that really had a remarkable influence on me. This totally makes sense because our bones contain calcium composed of 20 atoms. On top of that, 60% of our body is water and H2O. The remaining percentage is also of four key elements– oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. These are part of the periodic table that are assembled by “subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!” Surprisingly engaging, this is the book that really ignited my love for physics.
This is amazingly well-written as it discusses all the kinds of stuff needed to understand the smallest of the small. If you thoroughly think about it– logically, there are no other books that have had such a powerful impact on the way we, humans, and the earth view the mechanisms behind our existence and the things around us. And the self-assembling atoms as proposed by Frank are the idealism that really had a remarkable influence on me. This totally makes sense because our bones contain calcium composed of 20 atoms. On top of that, 60% of our body is water and H2O. The remaining percentage is also of four key elements– oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. These are part of the periodic table that are assembled by “subatomic particle by subatomic particle, and atom by atom, from day one!” Surprisingly engaging, this is the book that really ignited my love for physics.
June 23, 2022
What H. Frank Gaertner aims to do is to present us with new fundamentals of chemistry we have never seen before. We start off gently with the nature of atoms and the like. Over time, things build up until by the end we're dealing with all the atomic nuclei portrayed by ping pong balls. Most books cover a fair amount of summarized content, but here we get quite meaty. He is not selfish as he shares all he knows without leaving a single detail out. Honestly, I originally intended to do a degree in chemistry before switching to another branch of science course (though I'm still unsure), and even with background knowledge about the topics discussed here, I still found the book as a whole quite hard work. It covers the groundwork wonderfully, and I learned things I'm sure I never knew. I hope I could have someone close to me enjoy this book with me. Unfortunately, they are not really interested in atoms and such. So, I'll keep all the excitement to myself instead. The ideal audience would-be students and I specifically recommend it to seniors and college pupils.
This is what I would call a hooking read. I could not put this book down and when I did put it down, I couldn't stop thinking about how things went. I loved how well researched and developed all chapters were. It is a layered, beautifully rendered book to dive into when you're majoring in this matter.
This is what I would call a hooking read. I could not put this book down and when I did put it down, I couldn't stop thinking about how things went. I loved how well researched and developed all chapters were. It is a layered, beautifully rendered book to dive into when you're majoring in this matter.
September 30, 2022
During my teenage years, I dreamt of becoming an Astronomer. Although I didn't become one, the vast universe still looks mysterious to me. There are times that I would gaze at the night sky and couldn't help but wake my curiosity. The universe evokes so many questions but only itself has the answers for them. This is a playful, entertaining, and mind-bending book providing a great introduction to modern physics.
H. Frank Gaertner is one of the most exceptional thinkers of this century. For most of us, topics regarding the universe are too daunting and intimidating not only because of its size but also just the mere thought of thinking about it. I know the feeling. When the subject gets brought up, you suddenly get sleepy and your head starts to hurt. You are convinced that this is beyond your capabilities and intelligence so you tend to give up easily. Well, I do think that you need to stop worrying about such because, in this compact masterpiece, the core of science is compressed into 98 pages. Here, you will understand the universe, and learning about the cosmos, and its very existence. The fear you felt will quickly turn to excitement and curiosity because of the author’s easy-to-understand language. I was impressed by his ability to write such complex matters into simpler words. And no one is doing it like him.
H. Frank Gaertner is one of the most exceptional thinkers of this century. For most of us, topics regarding the universe are too daunting and intimidating not only because of its size but also just the mere thought of thinking about it. I know the feeling. When the subject gets brought up, you suddenly get sleepy and your head starts to hurt. You are convinced that this is beyond your capabilities and intelligence so you tend to give up easily. Well, I do think that you need to stop worrying about such because, in this compact masterpiece, the core of science is compressed into 98 pages. Here, you will understand the universe, and learning about the cosmos, and its very existence. The fear you felt will quickly turn to excitement and curiosity because of the author’s easy-to-understand language. I was impressed by his ability to write such complex matters into simpler words. And no one is doing it like him.
October 13, 2022
The beauty found in a book comes from the piece of the author’s soul that they pour out into their work to bring it to life. There are numerous profound revelations to be learned in every book, in every context a reader comes upon. Our Self Assembling Universe is no different. Uniquely humorous with a large amount of thought-provoking, profound and intense content, Frank Gaertner’s argument is clearly conveyed with his intelligent discussion and arrangement of ideas in this publication. My mind was stirred up with new and intriguing content throughout the duration of the whole book.
As someone who has read books for more than half of my life, I could confidently say that this is a feat not many authors can achieve. Frank is a marvelous author and professor who really has great potential. This book would definitely introduce you to some unique scientific facts such as quantum mechanics, astrophysics, chemistry, nuclear physics, how our sun works, the all-important alpha-particle, helium-4, and most of all, how our Universe self-assembles. It also suggests youtube video links and websites for additional references for certain topics, which I find very useful in our new age of technology where cell phones, tablets, computers, and smart-TV become accessible. This book totally brings life to every atom in our Universe and makes it tangible to the eyes of the readers.
As someone who has read books for more than half of my life, I could confidently say that this is a feat not many authors can achieve. Frank is a marvelous author and professor who really has great potential. This book would definitely introduce you to some unique scientific facts such as quantum mechanics, astrophysics, chemistry, nuclear physics, how our sun works, the all-important alpha-particle, helium-4, and most of all, how our Universe self-assembles. It also suggests youtube video links and websites for additional references for certain topics, which I find very useful in our new age of technology where cell phones, tablets, computers, and smart-TV become accessible. This book totally brings life to every atom in our Universe and makes it tangible to the eyes of the readers.
June 22, 2022
Our Self-Assembling Universe covers the structures of atomic spectrums, and all the fascinating science there is like molecular machines. H. Frank Gaertner provides lucid explanations far from complex and complicated formulas and a long list of facts. Only emphasizing the how’s and whys of his scientific realization, he made this book brief and concise. However, the only thing I wish he did is to summarize all the YouTube videos he recommended instead of making the readers look for them themselves one by one. In that way, it would be easier for us to go back if we want to connect all the details and not waste time thinking “in what video did I watch this”? Because that’s the struggle I encountered as I read this book. I don’t mind reading another hundred pages, as long as I don’t have to watch several hour-long videos that tend to make me fall asleep.
Nevertheless, it is a delightful narrative to read straight through if you are a fan of physics. It is an invaluable guide and reference for the fundamentals of atoms. Although the author is meticulous in every way there is, he makes sure that the trail he leads his readers are still comprehensible enough even to those who don’t have a degree. It’s all in simple English, therefore, for everyone.
Nevertheless, it is a delightful narrative to read straight through if you are a fan of physics. It is an invaluable guide and reference for the fundamentals of atoms. Although the author is meticulous in every way there is, he makes sure that the trail he leads his readers are still comprehensible enough even to those who don’t have a degree. It’s all in simple English, therefore, for everyone.
June 23, 2022
It's inspiring to see what a human with a vision can do to come up with such amazing discoveries.
With every book, even with the ones you particularly adore, there are going to be times that you couldn’t vibe with it. For me, it is the part where he asks his readers to search and watch YouTube videos instead of explaining the concept himself, summarizing it, and expanding the ideas for better understanding. Because living in this digital era, it is obvious that people are already familiar with looking up unfamiliar matters on the internet. If we wanted to watch some videos, we wouldn’t pick this book. We would rather go directly to the platform. With only a keyword to type in the search bar, lots of results would already come up. The only dilemma you will have to encounter is choosing which is the best video to watch in the pile.
Setting that aside, I still liked the book. Although not a hundred percent, it still holds a special place in my heart. I loved the part where I followed Mr. Gaertner’s journey in assessing the elements on the periodic table using white and orange ping pong balls. And despite the fact that it is a hassle for me and time-consuming, I still enjoyed the videos he recommended.
With every book, even with the ones you particularly adore, there are going to be times that you couldn’t vibe with it. For me, it is the part where he asks his readers to search and watch YouTube videos instead of explaining the concept himself, summarizing it, and expanding the ideas for better understanding. Because living in this digital era, it is obvious that people are already familiar with looking up unfamiliar matters on the internet. If we wanted to watch some videos, we wouldn’t pick this book. We would rather go directly to the platform. With only a keyword to type in the search bar, lots of results would already come up. The only dilemma you will have to encounter is choosing which is the best video to watch in the pile.
Setting that aside, I still liked the book. Although not a hundred percent, it still holds a special place in my heart. I loved the part where I followed Mr. Gaertner’s journey in assessing the elements on the periodic table using white and orange ping pong balls. And despite the fact that it is a hassle for me and time-consuming, I still enjoyed the videos he recommended.
July 28, 2022
Why is it that every time I stumble upon a very well-researched and good book that talks about the existence of life and our universe, it doesn’t seem to coincide with what the bible has to say? Take the idea that our universe is almost precisely 13.8 billion years old based on this book, but when you based the age of the world or even our solar system including the creation of the sun and moon on the book of Genesis, it’s just about a couple of thousand years old? Moreover, there’s no Big Bang in the bible.
But other than that, nothing that I have for the author other than high admiration and respect for putting such a very complex subject into one single book that’s very accessible and understandable even to young learners. His idea of light, energy, heat, self-assembling atoms, and more, I totally agree with. I am just somewhat skeptical about putting the Big Bang and the Planck Time into the subject because first and foremost, the theories themselves have a lot of loopholes. Other than that, everything is smooth and very well-explained. And I’m still recommending this book - still one of the best educational books out there that’s been synthesized already for easier reading.
But other than that, nothing that I have for the author other than high admiration and respect for putting such a very complex subject into one single book that’s very accessible and understandable even to young learners. His idea of light, energy, heat, self-assembling atoms, and more, I totally agree with. I am just somewhat skeptical about putting the Big Bang and the Planck Time into the subject because first and foremost, the theories themselves have a lot of loopholes. Other than that, everything is smooth and very well-explained. And I’m still recommending this book - still one of the best educational books out there that’s been synthesized already for easier reading.
September 30, 2022
A major breakthrough!
What a superb read! It had me captivated from the very beginning until the end. Starting from the lush illustration to Mr. Gaertner's lyrical and at times whimsical narrative, this book is a glorious publication of all time.
Truthfully, it took me a while to get through this because of the density of the subject matter. However, he paces it well. His writing makes you hungry for every anecdote about the atom and thirsty for the talk about the universe. He explains complicated things better than anyone. This is a book packed with discoveries. It would come across for most readers as an appetizer from a fancy restaurant. Hitting the mental taste buds while containing several delights, yet is insubstantial and leaves you wanting for more. This is the thing I loved most in this book.
I didn’t really know much as I dive deep into this book but I left with enough interesting explorations and intriguing findings. The writer’s writing style is a huge reason why this book works so well. It’s not just brief and concise, but also summons fantastic imagery. He was able to impress the vastness of the universe and the infinitesimals of atoms. He writes science in a way that only he could.
What a superb read! It had me captivated from the very beginning until the end. Starting from the lush illustration to Mr. Gaertner's lyrical and at times whimsical narrative, this book is a glorious publication of all time.
Truthfully, it took me a while to get through this because of the density of the subject matter. However, he paces it well. His writing makes you hungry for every anecdote about the atom and thirsty for the talk about the universe. He explains complicated things better than anyone. This is a book packed with discoveries. It would come across for most readers as an appetizer from a fancy restaurant. Hitting the mental taste buds while containing several delights, yet is insubstantial and leaves you wanting for more. This is the thing I loved most in this book.
I didn’t really know much as I dive deep into this book but I left with enough interesting explorations and intriguing findings. The writer’s writing style is a huge reason why this book works so well. It’s not just brief and concise, but also summons fantastic imagery. He was able to impress the vastness of the universe and the infinitesimals of atoms. He writes science in a way that only he could.
September 30, 2022
For the majority of my life, reading books was never on the list of my interests. I spent most of my adolescence watching TV and playing video games. To me, reading is boring and time-consuming. So, never have I thought that the time would come when I will read a whole book in one sitting. It was at this time I discovered H. Frank Gaertner.
Our Self-Assembling Universe was a book that drastically changed my belief in books and also in the Universe in general. I have discovered so many things that never cross my mind. I realized that there is more to life than just locking myself in my room watching and playing video games. It was so illuminating. It's hard to describe the impact it had on me. So, you have to read it for yourself to see.
All in all, I do believe that this is a book every reader should try because it is a remarkable one - full of discussions and ideas that could really open up your mind. Gaertner has now become one of my favorite authors and a person that I greatly admire. You can see in all his efforts to find YouTube videos that will back up his literature, his attempts of experimentation, and finally carving this book, how much he poured into it, and how genuine it is.
Our Self-Assembling Universe was a book that drastically changed my belief in books and also in the Universe in general. I have discovered so many things that never cross my mind. I realized that there is more to life than just locking myself in my room watching and playing video games. It was so illuminating. It's hard to describe the impact it had on me. So, you have to read it for yourself to see.
All in all, I do believe that this is a book every reader should try because it is a remarkable one - full of discussions and ideas that could really open up your mind. Gaertner has now become one of my favorite authors and a person that I greatly admire. You can see in all his efforts to find YouTube videos that will back up his literature, his attempts of experimentation, and finally carving this book, how much he poured into it, and how genuine it is.
November 1, 2022
I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. So to begin with, some parts of this book were a little difficult to understand, especially the equations. I have to agree that there were sections of the chapter that were extraneous due to its highly technical and highly educational terms and didn’t truly help me with my learnings in this book. However, there were times when the content moved swiftly for various reasons. Frank at times is in-depth and thorough with his topic. He also imparted his creativity and humor for a fascinating read.
One takeaway that I wanted to share is his testimony about his subject matter. According to Frank, no one is truly sure about what really happened during the birth of our universe. We may have a lot of theories to think of, but nobody is really 100 percent certain. I appreciate his honesty about that. He is the kind of writer that does not force his content on his reader. With Frank, one could think freely and be engaged in the content book freely.
Our Self-Assembling Universe brings something new to the table that is nevertheless enthralling to savor. The other reviewers are correct in their assessment of this book. I wouldn’t be shocked if this one gets a lot of attention.
One takeaway that I wanted to share is his testimony about his subject matter. According to Frank, no one is truly sure about what really happened during the birth of our universe. We may have a lot of theories to think of, but nobody is really 100 percent certain. I appreciate his honesty about that. He is the kind of writer that does not force his content on his reader. With Frank, one could think freely and be engaged in the content book freely.
Our Self-Assembling Universe brings something new to the table that is nevertheless enthralling to savor. The other reviewers are correct in their assessment of this book. I wouldn’t be shocked if this one gets a lot of attention.
March 15, 2023
I’m still dipping my toes into the broad-ranging and expansive content, finding what’s interesting for me and what doesn’t. Books that usually tackle new ideas, like OSAU-2, are my cup of tea. Cutting-edge technologies have been pillars of Frank’s study for years. OSAU-2 was first published in 2015 and was republished earlier this year. What is fascinating is Frank’s take on what he called AWTbook.
It’s a book linked with audio, web, and tube-videos sites as references. Very easy and convenient to read because it takes advantage of cutting-edge technologies.
Moreover, his presentation on how the universe self-assembles itself is quite intriguing. He based his studies on content creators, scientists, experts, thinkers, and professors like him. You could tell that this was not fast work. One of the videos that sold me out on this idea that our universe is self-assembling was the video about our body’s molecular machines by Derek Muller. It’s a great start to open the eyes of the readers to how our body works. By watching this video, one can connect this principle to our universe because our universe is of course, made “by” atoms, too. I’m more than ever eager to write my own AWTbook.
It’s a book linked with audio, web, and tube-videos sites as references. Very easy and convenient to read because it takes advantage of cutting-edge technologies.
Moreover, his presentation on how the universe self-assembles itself is quite intriguing. He based his studies on content creators, scientists, experts, thinkers, and professors like him. You could tell that this was not fast work. One of the videos that sold me out on this idea that our universe is self-assembling was the video about our body’s molecular machines by Derek Muller. It’s a great start to open the eyes of the readers to how our body works. By watching this video, one can connect this principle to our universe because our universe is of course, made “by” atoms, too. I’m more than ever eager to write my own AWTbook.
March 21, 2023
OSAU 2 becomes a page-turner both in the paper and real-life setting. The author truly deserves attention. One reason why I pursued reading this book is because of Frank Gaertner’s new literary art form, which he dubbed as AWT book. I was truly impressed by how he used gadgets such as phones, tabs, or computers to start writing. He has these ten steps to become a beginning writer without worrying about what you are going to write and how you are going to write. If you are into writing, I’m sure you'll be delighted by Frank’s OSAU 2. To mention, OSAU 2 is an AWTbook authored by Frank himself. You’ll be surprised at what technology can do to you.
Personally, researching before writing has never been better with OSAU 2. You can write any topic you want. First, research the topic you are interested in, watch YouTube Videos, or visit an Audio-based site for reference. Click the share button and send it to your email address. Make sure to archive them, so they appear on top. After that, you can watch the video and stop anywhere you feel like stopping. If you want to return, visit your email and find the video again. It will play on your last stop. You can start to use the videos you collected as your references.
Personally, researching before writing has never been better with OSAU 2. You can write any topic you want. First, research the topic you are interested in, watch YouTube Videos, or visit an Audio-based site for reference. Click the share button and send it to your email address. Make sure to archive them, so they appear on top. After that, you can watch the video and stop anywhere you feel like stopping. If you want to return, visit your email and find the video again. It will play on your last stop. You can start to use the videos you collected as your references.
June 23, 2022
It is an obvious fact that we are, by mass, made by atoms. There are four elements that are inside our body; oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, and nitrogen. However, true this is. Frank Gaertner introduced his new discovery that we aren’t just made by this basic building block of chemical structures, but are self-assembled by them. And in this book, he tries to prove it.
Obviously, this idea wouldn’t be accepted overnight by the public - a few would, while the others would most probably contradict this because of the lack of scientific evidence although with enough research. But I know, over time, with sufficient proof, people would slowly accept it.
So, in simple words, how was my experience? Man, it wasn’t an easy subject matter to deal with. But Frank’s writing made it a piece of cake for someone like me who isn’t as smart that in a scan would understand it already. With some books, I needed more time to fully grasp them, I needed to read some parts twice or else mess up my reading. But I never felt the need to in this book. Yes, it has flaws. Even so, when it comes to the writing style, the author has captivated me.
Obviously, this idea wouldn’t be accepted overnight by the public - a few would, while the others would most probably contradict this because of the lack of scientific evidence although with enough research. But I know, over time, with sufficient proof, people would slowly accept it.
So, in simple words, how was my experience? Man, it wasn’t an easy subject matter to deal with. But Frank’s writing made it a piece of cake for someone like me who isn’t as smart that in a scan would understand it already. With some books, I needed more time to fully grasp them, I needed to read some parts twice or else mess up my reading. But I never felt the need to in this book. Yes, it has flaws. Even so, when it comes to the writing style, the author has captivated me.
June 24, 2022
The biggest question the book raises revolves around the self-assembling atoms; that matter actually is not just made of atoms, but made by them, subatomic particle by subatomic particle.
As I learned in grade school, the matter is anything that takes up space and is made out of atoms– tiny building blocks invisible to one’s naked eyes. There are 118 elements in the periodic table and each is made up of its own kind of atoms. 99% of our body is also composed of these elements– hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and calcium. It is thus no wonder that John Dalton, an English chemist, proposed the atomic theory which claims that all matter is made up of atoms. However, Gaertner takes a different account. According to him, we are not just made of it, but they self-assemble themselves atom by atom in order to construct these matters.
I really enjoyed this book. It delivered a very good introduction to nuclear physics. Not only did it go into sufficient detail but also one by one, discussed several aspects of it with backup sources and videos as references. I loved it more than ever.
As I learned in grade school, the matter is anything that takes up space and is made out of atoms– tiny building blocks invisible to one’s naked eyes. There are 118 elements in the periodic table and each is made up of its own kind of atoms. 99% of our body is also composed of these elements– hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and calcium. It is thus no wonder that John Dalton, an English chemist, proposed the atomic theory which claims that all matter is made up of atoms. However, Gaertner takes a different account. According to him, we are not just made of it, but they self-assemble themselves atom by atom in order to construct these matters.
I really enjoyed this book. It delivered a very good introduction to nuclear physics. Not only did it go into sufficient detail but also one by one, discussed several aspects of it with backup sources and videos as references. I loved it more than ever.
June 24, 2022
I tell you I would run across stuff here and half-remember high school discussions and think, “So, you mean this is what they mean? Is this how easy it was supposed to be?” It's never condescending, always a joy.
What I loved the most here is the sense of wandering through the pages, thinking of what are the things that you are about to discover. How shocking that we know little about the world we live in. The world is magically puzzling. It is an enchanting place full of mystery as if all here are infinitesimally more.
To be honest, the book has a bit of an awkward flow, yet I loved its structure and the way chapters are organized at the same time. The sections of topics help the reader to follow the underlying principles of each part, although at times I felt disconnected because whenever I have something to verify with the previous discussion or bind some concepts, I need to skim the videos one by one till I find what I’m looking for. So, I suggest if you will watch the videos he recommended, you might as well take down some notes. Overall, I did find the book to be interesting and helpful to those wanting to know more about chemistry.
What I loved the most here is the sense of wandering through the pages, thinking of what are the things that you are about to discover. How shocking that we know little about the world we live in. The world is magically puzzling. It is an enchanting place full of mystery as if all here are infinitesimally more.
To be honest, the book has a bit of an awkward flow, yet I loved its structure and the way chapters are organized at the same time. The sections of topics help the reader to follow the underlying principles of each part, although at times I felt disconnected because whenever I have something to verify with the previous discussion or bind some concepts, I need to skim the videos one by one till I find what I’m looking for. So, I suggest if you will watch the videos he recommended, you might as well take down some notes. Overall, I did find the book to be interesting and helpful to those wanting to know more about chemistry.
June 24, 2022
I went in without really having any expectations other than knowing that it was a book addressing our wrong perception about atoms. That matters, including us, aren’t precisely made OF atoms, but actually made BY them. I was confused at first, trying to find out what is the difference between these phrases only morphed by one word. Puzzled and intrigued at the same time, I couldn’t help but dive into it as soon as I got my hands on this copy.
I was surprised at how accessible the writing is. It’s truly a shocking experience for me because sometimes, I am nervous to go into this genre, worried that I will be spending more time searching for the meaning of scientific terms or jargon. But without noticing, I’m getting farther and farther on the book. The writing was so smooth that I didn’t even become aware that I was reading a work I’m supposed to hate. I should be here criticizing it, but I have nothing else to say than PERFECT!
With Gaertner’s masterpiece, the writing and narrative are very easy to follow. All you have to do is concentrate and focus because it might get a little bit over your head.
I was surprised at how accessible the writing is. It’s truly a shocking experience for me because sometimes, I am nervous to go into this genre, worried that I will be spending more time searching for the meaning of scientific terms or jargon. But without noticing, I’m getting farther and farther on the book. The writing was so smooth that I didn’t even become aware that I was reading a work I’m supposed to hate. I should be here criticizing it, but I have nothing else to say than PERFECT!
With Gaertner’s masterpiece, the writing and narrative are very easy to follow. All you have to do is concentrate and focus because it might get a little bit over your head.
July 28, 2022
I never expected that a science guidebook could be so much fun and entertaining to read. For one, I’m not actually a fan of this kind of genre, but when I started reading it, I couldn’t put it down.
The revelations that the author shared are surely something to think about. At first, it’s hard for me to believe that our universe is self-assembling, but the more I read, the more I get convinced that indeed it is. I thought of atoms as just solid, liquid, and gas - the three types of matter. But this book has more profound explanations about atoms and what happens when they travel through a vacuum or an open space. More discussions were also made about the heat. What happens when atoms collide with heat and then mixed with cold, what’s the outcome? And what’s the significance of learning these things? What about the condition of the universe just before the big bang? Or perhaps, what force drives the atom to move and self-assemble? These are just a few of the things that the readers might be able to learn upon reading this magnificent book by Dr. Frank Gaertner. He is truly an amazing author and I’m sure he’s also a fun and passionate teacher.
The revelations that the author shared are surely something to think about. At first, it’s hard for me to believe that our universe is self-assembling, but the more I read, the more I get convinced that indeed it is. I thought of atoms as just solid, liquid, and gas - the three types of matter. But this book has more profound explanations about atoms and what happens when they travel through a vacuum or an open space. More discussions were also made about the heat. What happens when atoms collide with heat and then mixed with cold, what’s the outcome? And what’s the significance of learning these things? What about the condition of the universe just before the big bang? Or perhaps, what force drives the atom to move and self-assemble? These are just a few of the things that the readers might be able to learn upon reading this magnificent book by Dr. Frank Gaertner. He is truly an amazing author and I’m sure he’s also a fun and passionate teacher.
July 28, 2022
A complete and intricately detailed book about our universe and how everything began! It is indeed a fascinating and mesmerizing book to read about quantum mechanics, the Big Bang, Planck’s revolutionary discovery about atoms that most of them did not believe way back in the 1900s, and more. One of the reasons why little math formulas according to the author had been formulated, it’s because they were so surprised about the truth that our universe is self-assembling and thus disregard the existence of atoms.
I was totally intrigued by the idea of how light changes color when black metal objects are heated, and without Planck’s theory, there would be no existence of light bulbs. I was in complete awe learning these things. You could really tell that this book is not haphazard work. The author really dedicated his time and effort to come up with this ridiculously yet fascinating fact that indeed our universe is self-assembling. Does that mean that our universe is independent? Or perhaps does it disregard the presence of the Almighty? I’ll leave that for the reader to know. This book is the real deal!
I was totally intrigued by the idea of how light changes color when black metal objects are heated, and without Planck’s theory, there would be no existence of light bulbs. I was in complete awe learning these things. You could really tell that this book is not haphazard work. The author really dedicated his time and effort to come up with this ridiculously yet fascinating fact that indeed our universe is self-assembling. Does that mean that our universe is independent? Or perhaps does it disregard the presence of the Almighty? I’ll leave that for the reader to know. This book is the real deal!
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July 29, 2022A very well-researched book! If you are looking for answers to how our universe emerged, I suggest giving this book a try. You’ll be fascinated by how Dr. Frank Gaertner introduces the idea of atoms and their composing particles. Moreover, he also included some scenarios and examples when these atoms collide with another object.
This is really a good resource for teachers, students, and deep thinkers about how it all began. He even included the study of the human body. For certain, everything is made up of atoms including our physical body. It also holds secrets on how to live a long and healthy life. With the help of David Sinclair, the readers will be able to understand more about how our body reacts to certain things and that we have what we call sirtuins. These are enzymes found in our DNA and good proof that even our body's self-assembling. And a big yes from me, I totally agree. In the simplest form, whenever we have cuts, our body produces white blood cells and other cells to reproduce new cells and tissues in order to replace the ones lost. I hope this book gives you more compelling insights into our life as a whole.
This is really a good resource for teachers, students, and deep thinkers about how it all began. He even included the study of the human body. For certain, everything is made up of atoms including our physical body. It also holds secrets on how to live a long and healthy life. With the help of David Sinclair, the readers will be able to understand more about how our body reacts to certain things and that we have what we call sirtuins. These are enzymes found in our DNA and good proof that even our body's self-assembling. And a big yes from me, I totally agree. In the simplest form, whenever we have cuts, our body produces white blood cells and other cells to reproduce new cells and tissues in order to replace the ones lost. I hope this book gives you more compelling insights into our life as a whole.
August 2, 2022
This is a very compelling and powerful book that talks about how we all began. I could compare this book as the “Bible” of all science books. It’s complete with references and very profound insights. The only time that I heard about quantum mechanics was when I watched the movie “Avengers” where superheroes went back in time to save the world and change the outcome of the future. I never thought that quantum mechanics was real. This book was written smoothly and very well discussed. You could tell that the author is a genius and more so, a great writer. I love the energy and the vibe that this book has. It provided life and energy to the readers.
But what really is quantum mechanics and who came up with this research? I know that all of us knew exactly who Isaac Newton was, but this book unequivocally revealed that the idea of quantum mechanics did not start with Newton. The right person behind this groundbreaking discovery of quantum mechanics was Max Planck. However, Planck was having cold feet when his own formula was against his own preconceived thought. And it was Isaac Newton who won a Nobel Prize for his Photo-Electric experiment.
But what really is quantum mechanics and who came up with this research? I know that all of us knew exactly who Isaac Newton was, but this book unequivocally revealed that the idea of quantum mechanics did not start with Newton. The right person behind this groundbreaking discovery of quantum mechanics was Max Planck. However, Planck was having cold feet when his own formula was against his own preconceived thought. And it was Isaac Newton who won a Nobel Prize for his Photo-Electric experiment.
September 23, 2022
Let’s have a quick review. Some 13.8 billion years ago, a force apparently coming from nothing or nearly nothing (one Planck length), divided itself into four vectored energies namely: the weak, strong, electromagnetic, and gravitational forces of quantum mechanics. The weak force is the force behind the phenomenon we call radiation. The strong force is the “gluon” wave-particle that “glues” atoms and other things together and makes wave particles such as quarks, protons, and neutrons possible.
This book is really for those who are into science or are curious about it because it takes commitment to read this. This is not really too much to give though because as you start reading the book, it really hooks you into reading it and indulging yourself with the ideas of science and the universe. The above line really got me thinking about how self-sufficient our world is. The system of the universe is undeniably brain-freezing and I cannot still grasp how all of these had been done for a million years, especially the fusion activity. This was an exciting journey with the universe, and I do hope there is more to come.
This book is really for those who are into science or are curious about it because it takes commitment to read this. This is not really too much to give though because as you start reading the book, it really hooks you into reading it and indulging yourself with the ideas of science and the universe. The above line really got me thinking about how self-sufficient our world is. The system of the universe is undeniably brain-freezing and I cannot still grasp how all of these had been done for a million years, especially the fusion activity. This was an exciting journey with the universe, and I do hope there is more to come.
September 30, 2022
“Everything in our universe has been and continues to be self-assembled! Atoms, self-made by electrons, protons, and neutrons, working together, on their own, have made, and continue to make, everything!”
Frank Gaertner claims that we are not made of atoms but made by them. And there’s a big difference between those two. He dives into the details of what actions create the entirety of our Universe and what continues to create this almost impossible thing. The part that I loved the most here isn’t just the plethora of research he did just to weave this engrossing book, but also the exercise he had prepared to experiment with ping pong balls that you will truly appreciate as you learn the basic formation of atoms.
The last few chapters are rich in thought-provoking information which makes this worth re-reading. It took me a long time to read it, but it was worth it. Only the preface and I were already captivated. Frank explained the science in such a lucid account, it would even make one think he is a romantic poet. Aside from the content, his writing is the best bit of this book. It took me outside the earth and made me see the whole universe.
Frank Gaertner claims that we are not made of atoms but made by them. And there’s a big difference between those two. He dives into the details of what actions create the entirety of our Universe and what continues to create this almost impossible thing. The part that I loved the most here isn’t just the plethora of research he did just to weave this engrossing book, but also the exercise he had prepared to experiment with ping pong balls that you will truly appreciate as you learn the basic formation of atoms.
The last few chapters are rich in thought-provoking information which makes this worth re-reading. It took me a long time to read it, but it was worth it. Only the preface and I were already captivated. Frank explained the science in such a lucid account, it would even make one think he is a romantic poet. Aside from the content, his writing is the best bit of this book. It took me outside the earth and made me see the whole universe.
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