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Lines of Space: Source of Fundamental forces and constituent of all matter in the Universe
In this book, author discusses a new approach to creation of matter and explains with logic and mathematical calculations, how matter could have created from a medium of space in the form of 'Lines of Space' similar to magnetic lines of force. The author also explains, how this medium could be the common source of electrostatic, gravitational and nuclear forces and thus unifying them all.
The Author has presented his idea by explaining the established theories of physics to his children and comparing them with his ideas. He has assumed in this book, that his son is having difficulties in studing the science subjects. Then author takes upon himself to teach him, and during his discussion of the structure of the atom and other theories of physics with his children, he confronts few questions such as - where do the electrons get their negative charge? How the universe was created? What existed before Big-Bang? Did Big-Bang really happen? All these questions made him study deep into theories of physics . He studied Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, Time Dilation, Space-Time Warpness, Cause of Gravitation, Bending of Light by Gravity, Expansion of the Universe, the Big-Bang theory and after studying them all, he was still not satisfied. With his updated knowledge and having unanswered questions in his mind, he sets out on a hunt for the answer of these questions.
The author found during his search that in his Theory of Relativity, Einstein had said that either ‘Space’ or ‘Time’ adjusts itself to keep ‘the Speed of Light’ constant. And he chose ‘Time’ instead of ‘Space’, that adjusted itself, and gave the world the concept of ‘Time Dilation’. This concept was proved to be true by astronauts when they measured time in outer space. Despite this proof, author thought of the possibility of ‘Space’ adjusting itself to keep ‘the Speed of Light’ constant for all observers. Based on this assumption, he envisaged that the space can be considered to be formed of a medium of thin invisible lines similar to magnetic lines of force, that have tensile as well as compressive stresses.
The author also conjectured, in the beginning of the Universe, there was dense uniform space in the Universe, having uniform stress in the Lines of space. Then due to some energy disparities, this dense space converted into matter by contraction and caused different stresses in the remaining space. The author found mathematical formulae to calculate the number of lines of space at various locations and their stress. He explained the relation of Lines of Space with Cause of Gravitation, Bending of Light, the Expansion of the Universe, Theory of Relativity, Creation of subatomic particles, Cause of strong nuclear forces, Cause of electrostatic forces. Through the use of Lines of Space, he has elucidated that instead of 'Time', 'Space' adjusts itself to keep the speed of light constant for all observers and hence he has presented, in this book, a new look in to the world of physics
The Author has presented his idea by explaining the established theories of physics to his children and comparing them with his ideas. He has assumed in this book, that his son is having difficulties in studing the science subjects. Then author takes upon himself to teach him, and during his discussion of the structure of the atom and other theories of physics with his children, he confronts few questions such as - where do the electrons get their negative charge? How the universe was created? What existed before Big-Bang? Did Big-Bang really happen? All these questions made him study deep into theories of physics . He studied Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, Time Dilation, Space-Time Warpness, Cause of Gravitation, Bending of Light by Gravity, Expansion of the Universe, the Big-Bang theory and after studying them all, he was still not satisfied. With his updated knowledge and having unanswered questions in his mind, he sets out on a hunt for the answer of these questions.
The author found during his search that in his Theory of Relativity, Einstein had said that either ‘Space’ or ‘Time’ adjusts itself to keep ‘the Speed of Light’ constant. And he chose ‘Time’ instead of ‘Space’, that adjusted itself, and gave the world the concept of ‘Time Dilation’. This concept was proved to be true by astronauts when they measured time in outer space. Despite this proof, author thought of the possibility of ‘Space’ adjusting itself to keep ‘the Speed of Light’ constant for all observers. Based on this assumption, he envisaged that the space can be considered to be formed of a medium of thin invisible lines similar to magnetic lines of force, that have tensile as well as compressive stresses.
The author also conjectured, in the beginning of the Universe, there was dense uniform space in the Universe, having uniform stress in the Lines of space. Then due to some energy disparities, this dense space converted into matter by contraction and caused different stresses in the remaining space. The author found mathematical formulae to calculate the number of lines of space at various locations and their stress. He explained the relation of Lines of Space with Cause of Gravitation, Bending of Light, the Expansion of the Universe, Theory of Relativity, Creation of subatomic particles, Cause of strong nuclear forces, Cause of electrostatic forces. Through the use of Lines of Space, he has elucidated that instead of 'Time', 'Space' adjusts itself to keep the speed of light constant for all observers and hence he has presented, in this book, a new look in to the world of physics
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188 pages, Paperback
First published April 4, 2013
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Devinder Kumar Dhiman
4 books32 followersAuthor is a marine engineer having keen interest in physics. During his research he got new ideas to simplify the concepts of physics and wrote three books on physics. He lives in Panchkula- a town in North India.
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May 21, 2015
Devinder Dhiman’s book “Lines of Space” begins with the description of a situation many parents are familiar with – his son does not like to study physics (and he hates chemistry). Though son Sahil excels in mathematics, he wants to have nothing to do with the other sciences.
Devinder realizes the problem and awakens his son’s interest.
“… Imagine about four hundred years ago when there was no knowledge of elements,” I continued. “People were only familiar with the objects they observed such as air, sand, iron, gold, copper, water, fire, and the sky. So they envisioned that only five elements constituted the whole universe namely air, water, fire, earth, and sky. And every other substance could be created from these five basic constituents.” “Then how did the other elements came to be known?” Sahil asked, as he now seemed a little interested.
Showing the historic development is always a good idea because it makes the student feel “in charge” or “in control” because he knows things people did not know a few hundred years ago. A few laughs can’t hurt and this author goes on to write,
“… I’ll tell you one incident. Once a physics teacher was explaining to his students that there exist only those things that we can register by using our sense organs: eyes, ears, skin, nose; just as you are saying that things don’t exist if you can’t see, hear, feel or smell them,” I told Sahil. … “Then one of the students got up and asked his class-mates whether anyone had seen, heard, touched or smelt the teacher’s brain?” “No” everybody replied. “Then it implies that our teacher does not have a brain,” the student reasoned and all his classmates laughed… “
“… Do you want to know who that student was?” I asked Sahil. “You mean to say that this incident was true?” he asked in surprise. “Yes, I think so. The student in this incident was Albert Einstein,” I told him…”
I think it is fair to say that at this point author Devinder Dhiman has readers hooked. As the story evolves Devinder’s daughter gets hooked too, and even he himself takes the opportunity to delve deeper into questions he had for a long time; his son’s questions bring them up again.
I love d this author’s simply and easy examples leading to bigger questions like, if , “… practically homogeneous milk-cream could be separated into two parts by simply providing energy to it by churning, why couldn’t the homogeneous space be separated into different parts when energy is supplied or removed from it?...”
And, his “Marching soldiers’ analogy” (with illustrations) for the bending of light due to refraction.
The book also gets philosophical,
“… When you don’t know something, then just say, God knows,” I made a point to him. “You are suggesting that God is equivalent to unknown.” “May be,” I replied, as I didn’t know the answer…” Fitting to the author’s style, he does not rule anything he does not know. Therefore, unless it can be proven that God does NOT exist, h is not going to rule out this thought.
While this is not a recreational read I believe that a lot of readers can benefit immensely from reading this book. For instance, if you were asked about Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, could you explain it in one sentence and simple terms? Did you ever understand it, when your physics’ professor talked about it, in school?
This author delivers.
“… Space and time as per Einstein are not flat but can be pushed and pulled, stretched and warped by matter. He said that gravity is strongest where space-time is most curved, and it disappears where space-time is flat. This is the core of Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity…”
Highly recommended.
Consider giving this book to your HS or college student. He or she might just like ending up loving science. 5 Stars
Gisela Hausmann, author & blogge
Devinder realizes the problem and awakens his son’s interest.
“… Imagine about four hundred years ago when there was no knowledge of elements,” I continued. “People were only familiar with the objects they observed such as air, sand, iron, gold, copper, water, fire, and the sky. So they envisioned that only five elements constituted the whole universe namely air, water, fire, earth, and sky. And every other substance could be created from these five basic constituents.” “Then how did the other elements came to be known?” Sahil asked, as he now seemed a little interested.
Showing the historic development is always a good idea because it makes the student feel “in charge” or “in control” because he knows things people did not know a few hundred years ago. A few laughs can’t hurt and this author goes on to write,
“… I’ll tell you one incident. Once a physics teacher was explaining to his students that there exist only those things that we can register by using our sense organs: eyes, ears, skin, nose; just as you are saying that things don’t exist if you can’t see, hear, feel or smell them,” I told Sahil. … “Then one of the students got up and asked his class-mates whether anyone had seen, heard, touched or smelt the teacher’s brain?” “No” everybody replied. “Then it implies that our teacher does not have a brain,” the student reasoned and all his classmates laughed… “
“… Do you want to know who that student was?” I asked Sahil. “You mean to say that this incident was true?” he asked in surprise. “Yes, I think so. The student in this incident was Albert Einstein,” I told him…”
I think it is fair to say that at this point author Devinder Dhiman has readers hooked. As the story evolves Devinder’s daughter gets hooked too, and even he himself takes the opportunity to delve deeper into questions he had for a long time; his son’s questions bring them up again.
I love d this author’s simply and easy examples leading to bigger questions like, if , “… practically homogeneous milk-cream could be separated into two parts by simply providing energy to it by churning, why couldn’t the homogeneous space be separated into different parts when energy is supplied or removed from it?...”
And, his “Marching soldiers’ analogy” (with illustrations) for the bending of light due to refraction.
The book also gets philosophical,
“… When you don’t know something, then just say, God knows,” I made a point to him. “You are suggesting that God is equivalent to unknown.” “May be,” I replied, as I didn’t know the answer…” Fitting to the author’s style, he does not rule anything he does not know. Therefore, unless it can be proven that God does NOT exist, h is not going to rule out this thought.
While this is not a recreational read I believe that a lot of readers can benefit immensely from reading this book. For instance, if you were asked about Einstein’s Theory of Relativity, could you explain it in one sentence and simple terms? Did you ever understand it, when your physics’ professor talked about it, in school?
This author delivers.
“… Space and time as per Einstein are not flat but can be pushed and pulled, stretched and warped by matter. He said that gravity is strongest where space-time is most curved, and it disappears where space-time is flat. This is the core of Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity…”
Highly recommended.
Consider giving this book to your HS or college student. He or she might just like ending up loving science. 5 Stars
Gisela Hausmann, author & blogge
July 9, 2013
In this book told from the perspective of author, Devinder Kumar Dhiman, when his son, Sahil, is having trouble with his physics studies, the boy confesses to his father that he thinks atomic structure is all the work of scientist's imaginations. With that Dhiman begins tutoring his son, and, along the way, the reader, how various physics theories came about and were dropped, revised, or accepted as correct over hundreds of years. This ranges from the structure and behavior of atoms to Newton's laws of motion and the behavior of light and gravity, through Einstein's theories of special relativity and general relativity.
Along the way the author questions certain ideas that seem to act as place holders. Ideas that, while they cannot yet be proven, seem to uphold larger theories, and in some cases ideas that seem proven but that might be approached in a new way. Even as he instructs his son and later his curious daughter who shows an aptitude for engineering, Dhimar secretly questions some aspects of the physics story. One idea that he explores in depth is a long discarded notion that what we perceive as empty space, truly empty in the case of a vacuum, may consist of some subtle almost indiscernible medium, a concept that was discarded long ago. Interestingly, to me, Einstein's concept of gravity behaving a bit like a taught rubber sheet in which the sun presses down, drawing smaller bodies into its orbit, practically seems like describing space as being composed of physical stuff, which is the core of Dhiman's concept here.
Dhiman describes trying to imagine how this subtle medium of space could possibly result in the synthesis of physical matter as an alternative to the Big Bang theory. It is when his wife orders him to stir some milk that begins to separate into cream that he has a breakthrough. With detailed calculations, illustrations,and formulas, Dhiman finds that his observations might answer a lot of long standing questions in physics. His concept of lines of space reinterprets some of Einstein's ideas and long-held beliefs regarding the behavior of gravity and light refraction as well as the red shift by which the concept of a continually expanding universe is supported. His concept also does so with greater economy and simplicity than the current dominant theories, which, as he points out, in itself, makes sense as an incomprehensibly complex explanation lends to the greater likelihood that the universe could hardly seem to have come about at random without any need for a Creator.
In one part of the book during a discussion with his son on science and various belief systems, Dhiman explains to the precocious Sahil that all over the world people tend to believe that their religion , their teachers, their gurus, are the greatest and speak the truth above all others. I see a parallel in this and the way that people tend to fix on an idea in science while closing their minds to any other possibilities. I have experienced this first hand in some of my own observations and writing, far more I would say among lay persons than among actual scientists. Some of these ideas of my own now appear to be correct, so I know of what he speaks. Dhiman, who works as a marine engineer, also points out that when Einstein was a patent clerk he came up with the theory of special relativity, where, today, you have to have a PhD in physics or chemistry for anyone even to consider what you have to say regarding science, which is another thing that I have come up against. As Einstein himself famously said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.”
I have some aptitude for conceptual thinking but mathematical formulas do not do much for me, and there are a lot of them in this book, especially in the later chapters. I think the ideas are interesting though and I am one to consider that a person outside the system may have some valid input. I think it would be interesting to know what a person who better understands the math would think of Dhiman's observations and his formulas for the lines of space concept. I enjoyed the sense of East Indian culture and family in this book, and the core ideas presented, even if the math glazed my eyes over a bit.
Along the way the author questions certain ideas that seem to act as place holders. Ideas that, while they cannot yet be proven, seem to uphold larger theories, and in some cases ideas that seem proven but that might be approached in a new way. Even as he instructs his son and later his curious daughter who shows an aptitude for engineering, Dhimar secretly questions some aspects of the physics story. One idea that he explores in depth is a long discarded notion that what we perceive as empty space, truly empty in the case of a vacuum, may consist of some subtle almost indiscernible medium, a concept that was discarded long ago. Interestingly, to me, Einstein's concept of gravity behaving a bit like a taught rubber sheet in which the sun presses down, drawing smaller bodies into its orbit, practically seems like describing space as being composed of physical stuff, which is the core of Dhiman's concept here.
Dhiman describes trying to imagine how this subtle medium of space could possibly result in the synthesis of physical matter as an alternative to the Big Bang theory. It is when his wife orders him to stir some milk that begins to separate into cream that he has a breakthrough. With detailed calculations, illustrations,and formulas, Dhiman finds that his observations might answer a lot of long standing questions in physics. His concept of lines of space reinterprets some of Einstein's ideas and long-held beliefs regarding the behavior of gravity and light refraction as well as the red shift by which the concept of a continually expanding universe is supported. His concept also does so with greater economy and simplicity than the current dominant theories, which, as he points out, in itself, makes sense as an incomprehensibly complex explanation lends to the greater likelihood that the universe could hardly seem to have come about at random without any need for a Creator.
In one part of the book during a discussion with his son on science and various belief systems, Dhiman explains to the precocious Sahil that all over the world people tend to believe that their religion , their teachers, their gurus, are the greatest and speak the truth above all others. I see a parallel in this and the way that people tend to fix on an idea in science while closing their minds to any other possibilities. I have experienced this first hand in some of my own observations and writing, far more I would say among lay persons than among actual scientists. Some of these ideas of my own now appear to be correct, so I know of what he speaks. Dhiman, who works as a marine engineer, also points out that when Einstein was a patent clerk he came up with the theory of special relativity, where, today, you have to have a PhD in physics or chemistry for anyone even to consider what you have to say regarding science, which is another thing that I have come up against. As Einstein himself famously said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.”
I have some aptitude for conceptual thinking but mathematical formulas do not do much for me, and there are a lot of them in this book, especially in the later chapters. I think the ideas are interesting though and I am one to consider that a person outside the system may have some valid input. I think it would be interesting to know what a person who better understands the math would think of Dhiman's observations and his formulas for the lines of space concept. I enjoyed the sense of East Indian culture and family in this book, and the core ideas presented, even if the math glazed my eyes over a bit.
April 23, 2015
This book gives an entirely different concept of the Origin of the Universe and Unification of Fundamental Forces. The book has been written in a different style than most of the popular physics books; it is an interesting conversation between father and his children, explaining various aspects of physics, ranging from particle physics to cosmology. There are many basic questions raised in this book such as - Why the electrons are negative? What is the structure of the nucleus? How the electrons and protons could have formed? What is time dilation and time paradox? What is the relation between gravity and strong nuclear force? Why the light can get bent by gravity even though the photons are massless? Is there something different than it appears? Does the space have some kind of medium which can convert itself into matter? The list is quite long. It is a book that will jolt your imagination and everything learnt in physics and will make you think whether there is something amiss in the most famous Theory of Relativity, widely accepted Theory of Big-Bang and Standard model of the Atom.
Merged review:
This book presents an entirely fresh perspective of the Oigin of Universe and unification of Fundamental Forces i.e., gravitational, nuclear and electrical. The book has been written in a different style than most of the present physics books; it is an interesting conversatin between father and his children, explaining various aspects of physics, ranging from particle physics to cosmology. There are many basic questions raised in the book such as- How the electrons and proton could have formed? What is the relation between gravity and strong nuclear force? What is time dilation and time paradox? Why the light can get bent by gravity even when the photons are massless? Does ths space have some kind of medium which can convert into matter? The list is quite long. It is a book, that will jolt your imagination and everything learnt in physics, and will make you think whether there is something amiss in the most famous Theory of Relativity, widely accepted Theory of Big-Bang and Standard model of Atom. This book not only makes you aware of the missing link, but also provides that link, for the first time in the history of science, which has been accepted by many as ground-breaking new concept in the understanding of Universe.
Merged review:
This book presents an entirely fresh perspective of the Oigin of Universe and unification of Fundamental Forces i.e., gravitational, nuclear and electrical. The book has been written in a different style than most of the present physics books; it is an interesting conversatin between father and his children, explaining various aspects of physics, ranging from particle physics to cosmology. There are many basic questions raised in the book such as- How the electrons and proton could have formed? What is the relation between gravity and strong nuclear force? What is time dilation and time paradox? Why the light can get bent by gravity even when the photons are massless? Does ths space have some kind of medium which can convert into matter? The list is quite long. It is a book, that will jolt your imagination and everything learnt in physics, and will make you think whether there is something amiss in the most famous Theory of Relativity, widely accepted Theory of Big-Bang and Standard model of Atom. This book not only makes you aware of the missing link, but also provides that link, for the first time in the history of science, which has been accepted by many as ground-breaking new concept in the understanding of Universe.
June 10, 2015
I've always been intrigued with the Big Bang Theory, so when I heard about this book, I had to give it a try. I'm not a math wizard; in fact, I barely passed geometry, so I was a little hesitant about reading this book as it pertains to physics and equations. YIKES! Me and equations don’t get along. But I love to challenge myself, and I'm not afraid to read something I have no clue about. I'm always willing to expand my universe. I've had to set the book aside a few times, as my brain would start spinning like the earth as it orbits the sun. Whew! All that math. But, the theme of the story kept drawing me back. I wanted to know what the Lines of Space were.
This is a quaint story of a father trying to help his son understand the basics of physics. His son asks one simple question, Why are electrons negatively charged? As the father ponders that question, he realizes the scientific community might have been wrong in their own concept of the Atom and the beginning of our Universe. So he sets out to answer that one simple question, and in the process, discovers the Lines in Space.
The writing is a little rough, as English isn't the author's primary language, but the story is told in first person, from the Father's POV, which helped me connect with him and his family. I really enjoyed seeing a different family lifestyle through the Father's eyes. Other than all the math, I found this story very engaging and give it 4 feathers.
This is a quaint story of a father trying to help his son understand the basics of physics. His son asks one simple question, Why are electrons negatively charged? As the father ponders that question, he realizes the scientific community might have been wrong in their own concept of the Atom and the beginning of our Universe. So he sets out to answer that one simple question, and in the process, discovers the Lines in Space.
The writing is a little rough, as English isn't the author's primary language, but the story is told in first person, from the Father's POV, which helped me connect with him and his family. I really enjoyed seeing a different family lifestyle through the Father's eyes. Other than all the math, I found this story very engaging and give it 4 feathers.
August 2, 2013
Read the book in one go … very innovative … interestingly & simplistically explained complex aspects of science.
Simple but very concrete explanation of the nature & space.
The electron, proton & neutron funda is superb and best explanation I have read.
A complete and undisputed explanation for electrons not collapsing into the nucleus & maintaining balance with each constituent maintaining its space in the composition.
Bending of Light when passing closer to heavenly object & over a bend is better understood.
Also the phenomenon of expanding universe has been given a new angle which the top scientist should give importance and include in their search & research work. They should take this lead positively and use it to better understand nature.
Simple but very concrete explanation of the nature & space.
The electron, proton & neutron funda is superb and best explanation I have read.
A complete and undisputed explanation for electrons not collapsing into the nucleus & maintaining balance with each constituent maintaining its space in the composition.
Bending of Light when passing closer to heavenly object & over a bend is better understood.
Also the phenomenon of expanding universe has been given a new angle which the top scientist should give importance and include in their search & research work. They should take this lead positively and use it to better understand nature.
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June 1, 2015After buying this book, i read first few pages but got bored and kept aside. Few months later again grabbed it and started reading after skipping the first chapter and found quite enjoyable and worth reading. The book took me to the new dimensions of physics, elaborating the concepts in simple conversation between writer and his children. Even though myself being a mechanical engineering graduate, the theory of relativity is a complex topic to understand but the writer made it so simple that even a layman can understand it.
Its a unique book in itself even though contradicting the established laws of physics.
Its worth reading and understanding cosmology from a different angle. I hope the author Mr Dhiman will one day able to prove his theory to the institution of science.
Its a unique book in itself even though contradicting the established laws of physics.
Its worth reading and understanding cosmology from a different angle. I hope the author Mr Dhiman will one day able to prove his theory to the institution of science.
May 25, 2015
It's quite a challenge to explain advanced physics to the layman so this book gets some serious kudos just for trying. I found the beginning easier to read and follow than the rest of the book but that's probably because I have little background in the subject and just about made it through Hawkings A Brief History of Time which was more accessible and geared towards the general reader. I can console myself however as the author explains that the Big Bang is just a theory and not a proven fact so nobody really knows or fully understands advanced physics and string theory is only the latest attempt to explain the nature of reality. As for the author's Lines of Space theory and the idea that matter comes from the void or from "nothing?" Sounds good to me.
October 13, 2014
This book is written in the context of family, which makes it so much more interesting. It is an exploration of what could have caused the beginning of everything and is well thought out. What it needs now it the attention of physicists to do their own calculations to test the author's theory and see if it is relevant and leads to more understanding. After all, that's what science is supposed to do. It makes sense to me, but I'm only an armchair scientist - I enjoy reading about it, but having CLEPed the sciences in college... well, I hope this gets the attention of scientists so I can read about their deductions and assumptions.
January 3, 2013
This is a really great book which answers many important questions which have puzzled the human mind for ages. The book gives the reason for the origin of universe and explains the various laws by a new concept called "Lines Of Space". This new concept explains all the important physics laws really well. It gives a relation between strong nuclear force, electrostatic force and gravitational force. Thus overall the book is a must read and the theories defined have the potential to change Science in a better way.
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June 24, 2013Just received this, thanks Devinder! I look forward to reviewing this book once I finish reading it.
January 6, 2014
Sometimes, life's most valuable lessons are taught through conversations, not textbooks. That's why students seem to learn more from professors rather than through textbooks. That's why learning on-line in complex courses is not geared to succeed as well as having knowledgeable colleagues who do the work day in and day out and have developed almost a second sense of how to explain things. That's why teams of physicists such as Albert Einstein and Niels Bohr have found great success in meeting, and discussing the laws of physics, almost as if debating theories in a coffee shop.
Thus, I enjoyed the author's explanations of how he would talk to his teenage children about physics. This brings the level down to a more understandable level. Long before there were "...for Dummies" books, there were such carefully constructed, more simple and elegant explanations at the conversation level. We must never lose sight of that.
I must admit that this book is not easy for a person of high school certification or university level to understand. Just explaining concepts in a more simple manner doesn't allow one to become understanding of complex subjects. It takes years of learning the theories one by one in formal training or by daily exposure to such a genius. Or a very dedicated student who is so fascinated by such theories that he keeps reading upon this topic, effectively self-educating himself.
I have university degrees, and have attained good marks upon completing first year university physics, chemistry, biology, calculus, and engineering, but I could not remember, or understand, all the theories presented. I did recall, on a basic level, some of the theories and names of pioneering physicists, though.
The author states he wrote this book because he was unable to obtain peer-backed support for his new theory of physics, which he calls "lines of space," the title of the book. Unfortunately, however, we in the public wouldn't be of much help to him. We simply don't have the understanding to state whether he has a good point or not.
But I remember how people thought that Copernicus and Galileo were branded as wrong, and how leading scientists, such as Einstein, had little formal education. The author obviously has the training and certification required to write this book and to promote the theory of "lines of space." It's just that we in the public can't really help.
I encourage the author not to give up! If you can't get it published on a peer-reviewed journal, try publishing your theory on an informal physicists' journal, where you can ask for feedback and support. Go to conventions, network with highly respected physicists where you can pitch this theory to them. Ask them, "What evidence do you need in order for you to be convinced?" Approach different governments or science institutes, ask them to put up funds for whatever research and testing you need. After all, the world is hungry for more science and more facts, and if you find the right channels, you might just be as famous as Bohr, Schrodinger, or Planck. I'll be cheering you!
Another idea is to write a series of books explaining the standard theories of physics in an easy manner, sort of like the "...for Dummies" books. I liked the way you explained standard physics theories. I remember in my teens having a book about Einstein's theory of relativity with beautiful drawings and many hypothetical, real-life situations (such as travelling on a bus to the stars) and I still found it hard to understand, even though that book did an amazing job! Einstein's theory is so just hard to understand. You could write a longer, 100-page book on carefully deconstructing Einstein's theory of relativity, and another one about Bohr's dual wave-particle theory, and so on, without referring to other theories, which could muddle things for the reader.
Thus, I enjoyed the author's explanations of how he would talk to his teenage children about physics. This brings the level down to a more understandable level. Long before there were "...for Dummies" books, there were such carefully constructed, more simple and elegant explanations at the conversation level. We must never lose sight of that.
I must admit that this book is not easy for a person of high school certification or university level to understand. Just explaining concepts in a more simple manner doesn't allow one to become understanding of complex subjects. It takes years of learning the theories one by one in formal training or by daily exposure to such a genius. Or a very dedicated student who is so fascinated by such theories that he keeps reading upon this topic, effectively self-educating himself.
I have university degrees, and have attained good marks upon completing first year university physics, chemistry, biology, calculus, and engineering, but I could not remember, or understand, all the theories presented. I did recall, on a basic level, some of the theories and names of pioneering physicists, though.
The author states he wrote this book because he was unable to obtain peer-backed support for his new theory of physics, which he calls "lines of space," the title of the book. Unfortunately, however, we in the public wouldn't be of much help to him. We simply don't have the understanding to state whether he has a good point or not.
But I remember how people thought that Copernicus and Galileo were branded as wrong, and how leading scientists, such as Einstein, had little formal education. The author obviously has the training and certification required to write this book and to promote the theory of "lines of space." It's just that we in the public can't really help.
I encourage the author not to give up! If you can't get it published on a peer-reviewed journal, try publishing your theory on an informal physicists' journal, where you can ask for feedback and support. Go to conventions, network with highly respected physicists where you can pitch this theory to them. Ask them, "What evidence do you need in order for you to be convinced?" Approach different governments or science institutes, ask them to put up funds for whatever research and testing you need. After all, the world is hungry for more science and more facts, and if you find the right channels, you might just be as famous as Bohr, Schrodinger, or Planck. I'll be cheering you!
Another idea is to write a series of books explaining the standard theories of physics in an easy manner, sort of like the "...for Dummies" books. I liked the way you explained standard physics theories. I remember in my teens having a book about Einstein's theory of relativity with beautiful drawings and many hypothetical, real-life situations (such as travelling on a bus to the stars) and I still found it hard to understand, even though that book did an amazing job! Einstein's theory is so just hard to understand. You could write a longer, 100-page book on carefully deconstructing Einstein's theory of relativity, and another one about Bohr's dual wave-particle theory, and so on, without referring to other theories, which could muddle things for the reader.
January 4, 2015
This is one of two books by the author that I read back to back, both short, easy, breezy reads, one the one hand, and highly intellectually stimulating, on the other.
Of the two of them, this manuscript had enough typos to fall out of the professional range, and some awkward phrasing. That said, it’s not off-putting enough to ruin an otherwise good book.
The writer’s approach to communicating science, both at a basic and at an advanced level, to laymen is both effective and even somewhat seductive. He takes us on a tour of the history of ideas in physics and chemistry by way of hoping to reform his son’s total lack of interest in both fields. Thus the father and son talks might well be ones many adults would like to have with their own kids in hopes of sparking greater interest in science and technology, which as a rule, tend to be more employable fields than anything in liberal arts, these days, if only, as parents, they felt up to the task. If they aren’t, this book is a good substitute. All the more so if the science teachers in their kids’ schools are not the best at winning hearts and minds.
One of the more valuable takeaways for me was that I found I too had succumbed to “accepted knowledge” as regards well-researched areas in science. Things I don’t question because no one thinks to question them. But following the path of the trailblazers who had no such crutches to lean on, seeing how they puzzled through things to reach the conclusions they did, conditions the mind to not take anything in science for granted, even the most basic tenets, not without understanding exactly the thinking processes that went into arriving at those conclusions.
This digging up of already well-planted soil is not just great exercise for the time when one does reach the frontier of what’s known and has to find a way to claim still more of that wild area as “well plowed farmland.” It’s the kind of discipline that periodically leads to scientific revolution when someone finds the cracks in the porcelain picture of established scientific theory that no one saw previously. Hope you didn’t get lost in all the rapid fire metaphors there.
In short, this book is great exercise for the mind whether you have a recalcitrant, back of the class student, or one that’s sitting a little closer to the front row.
There were quite a few turns in reasoning on the part of the father mentoring his child that could have done with more elaboration and clarification, to my thinking. But the overall discipline of thinking in a way that is highly productive to a scientist continues to come through.
I was hovering at 3 and a half stars for this one with all factors considered, but rounded up to four for the essentially productive use of my time that reading this short book turned out to be.
Of the two of them, this manuscript had enough typos to fall out of the professional range, and some awkward phrasing. That said, it’s not off-putting enough to ruin an otherwise good book.
The writer’s approach to communicating science, both at a basic and at an advanced level, to laymen is both effective and even somewhat seductive. He takes us on a tour of the history of ideas in physics and chemistry by way of hoping to reform his son’s total lack of interest in both fields. Thus the father and son talks might well be ones many adults would like to have with their own kids in hopes of sparking greater interest in science and technology, which as a rule, tend to be more employable fields than anything in liberal arts, these days, if only, as parents, they felt up to the task. If they aren’t, this book is a good substitute. All the more so if the science teachers in their kids’ schools are not the best at winning hearts and minds.
One of the more valuable takeaways for me was that I found I too had succumbed to “accepted knowledge” as regards well-researched areas in science. Things I don’t question because no one thinks to question them. But following the path of the trailblazers who had no such crutches to lean on, seeing how they puzzled through things to reach the conclusions they did, conditions the mind to not take anything in science for granted, even the most basic tenets, not without understanding exactly the thinking processes that went into arriving at those conclusions.
This digging up of already well-planted soil is not just great exercise for the time when one does reach the frontier of what’s known and has to find a way to claim still more of that wild area as “well plowed farmland.” It’s the kind of discipline that periodically leads to scientific revolution when someone finds the cracks in the porcelain picture of established scientific theory that no one saw previously. Hope you didn’t get lost in all the rapid fire metaphors there.
In short, this book is great exercise for the mind whether you have a recalcitrant, back of the class student, or one that’s sitting a little closer to the front row.
There were quite a few turns in reasoning on the part of the father mentoring his child that could have done with more elaboration and clarification, to my thinking. But the overall discipline of thinking in a way that is highly productive to a scientist continues to come through.
I was hovering at 3 and a half stars for this one with all factors considered, but rounded up to four for the essentially productive use of my time that reading this short book turned out to be.
October 15, 2013
The author has thought out of the box and has come out with something different on the subject of the creation of the matter. It is not very easy, especially considering that the author is associated with a completely different field of working, being a marine chief engineer.
He is not challenging the big bang theory but at the same time is talking of the other possibility that everything is made of fundamental strings which he calls the lines of space. It is a bold step. There are experiments going on the world over to establish what exactly caused the creation of this universe and many a knowledgeable people are still not ready to easily accept the big bang theory. Recently I came across another such article where it is proclaimed that there may have been no big bang at all.
The author has tried to make the book interesting for young students by the way of narrating a story or just by the way of casual conversation with his young children. This book would be interested even for non-science students if they have slightest inclination towards physics or are wondering about how everything came into existance in the beginning. As the chapters progress, the book becomes more science oriented and sometimes, I might add, a little complicated, especially when one has to strain his/her brains to recall the basics learnt in the school. The book further dwells into the theory of relativity, expansion of universe, formation of electron, etc. Sometimes the formulae, the author is deriving, are difficult to apprehend and feel the book could have been more interesting or easily understandable without so many of them. Definitely these formulae are the need of this book to establish the theory the author is trying to put forward. They also prove the tremendous efforts the author has taken, the deep study he has done before putting his thoughts in a book for others to understand and then approve or challenge his theory.
I hope that the author comes out with more such thoughts provoking books but explains everything more elaborately.
He is not challenging the big bang theory but at the same time is talking of the other possibility that everything is made of fundamental strings which he calls the lines of space. It is a bold step. There are experiments going on the world over to establish what exactly caused the creation of this universe and many a knowledgeable people are still not ready to easily accept the big bang theory. Recently I came across another such article where it is proclaimed that there may have been no big bang at all.
The author has tried to make the book interesting for young students by the way of narrating a story or just by the way of casual conversation with his young children. This book would be interested even for non-science students if they have slightest inclination towards physics or are wondering about how everything came into existance in the beginning. As the chapters progress, the book becomes more science oriented and sometimes, I might add, a little complicated, especially when one has to strain his/her brains to recall the basics learnt in the school. The book further dwells into the theory of relativity, expansion of universe, formation of electron, etc. Sometimes the formulae, the author is deriving, are difficult to apprehend and feel the book could have been more interesting or easily understandable without so many of them. Definitely these formulae are the need of this book to establish the theory the author is trying to put forward. They also prove the tremendous efforts the author has taken, the deep study he has done before putting his thoughts in a book for others to understand and then approve or challenge his theory.
I hope that the author comes out with more such thoughts provoking books but explains everything more elaborately.
November 21, 2013
The title when heard first 'Lines of space' is fascinating in itself and makes the reader eager to read it and wander about knowing the mysterious lines that could possibly exist in the universe. Although the content of lines of space is subject to scientific approval and experiments to prove, but the dimension, to which , author draws about the possible existence of matter in the form of lines of space, is impressive and the theoretical part explained is elaborate . The fundamentals behind the atomic and subatomic particles and their behaviour is explained totally in a different way and approach than what is given in most of the books. The given concepts and approach to the topic for explanation is making a good sense and good enough for the reader to 'think again'. It is a fine book and well researched as far as theory part is concerned, along with the comparison of existing theories and facts. The concept of unleashing the forces behind the universe is a vast subject and little known but the approach of author leads the reader to a different direction which seems to make it understand more easy. A must read book for those youngesters, students, who can easily adapt to a different thinking process about the creation of universe and forces responsible for it. Surely this book is good enough to storm the think tanks.
November 11, 2013
This book for the non-specialist, holds reward of many kinds for the potential readers. The glimpse it provides into the working of its author's mind, is as interesting as, the book's wide ranging contents. In this book, there are lucid conversation of author with his kids, which rightly brings many facts unders lense, which otherwise have been traditionally accepted in physics and astronomy. There are already a considerable number of books about space and big-bang theory of early universe, ranging from very good to average; however, I felt that this one really addressed the doubts and questions that I had since my school days. Questions like... where did the universe come from?, how and why did it began? Such are the questions, that I think, are of interest to all of us. In this book, author has explained the creation of universe in very simple manner, so that the readers , even with a little scientific education, can understand it very well. In my opinion, the author rightfully deserves appreciation for his research, interest and deep study in this subject. I hope, the readers do not get scared off from the equations and formulae in this book; the book can be read even without going in detail of the mathematical equations.
July 20, 2016
The non-fiction eBook "Lines of Space" is a science book with a difference, which is likely to delight readers and fans of this popular genre.
The format is different to that of other science books, and take the format of a conversation between a father and his two children. Through multiple conversations, the father explains the major physics discoveries of the last few centuries - such as the development of the model of the atom, Newton's laws, Einstein's theories of relativity and so on.
The explanations are highly detailed, accurate and contains many interesting facts, which I had not read anywhere before despite having read many popular physics books in the past on the same topics. A great number of excellent drawings throughout helps greatly with the general understanding.
Within the conversations, the author introduces and explores his own theory of 'Lines of Space', which I found interesting and intriguing, though I was not able to follow his reasoning all the way.
One minor negative point is that the book could do with additional editing. While the writing is clear and precise, the book contains a large number of editorial errors, primarily missing spaces between words.
But overall an interesting and educational read.
The format is different to that of other science books, and take the format of a conversation between a father and his two children. Through multiple conversations, the father explains the major physics discoveries of the last few centuries - such as the development of the model of the atom, Newton's laws, Einstein's theories of relativity and so on.
The explanations are highly detailed, accurate and contains many interesting facts, which I had not read anywhere before despite having read many popular physics books in the past on the same topics. A great number of excellent drawings throughout helps greatly with the general understanding.
Within the conversations, the author introduces and explores his own theory of 'Lines of Space', which I found interesting and intriguing, though I was not able to follow his reasoning all the way.
One minor negative point is that the book could do with additional editing. While the writing is clear and precise, the book contains a large number of editorial errors, primarily missing spaces between words.
But overall an interesting and educational read.
November 24, 2013
'Lines of space' is a very interesting book to read.The author has very convincingly tried to propagate the idea of origin of universe with a very simplistic theory of a medium in space.It really opens our mind to this different approach & idea & forces us to think about a lot of why it can happen in this way & at the same time raising lot of questions in our mind like what is this medium? Of course the author is not from scientist club (so called PhDs) but then before a person questions his propagated theory solely on the basis of his educational degrees, he should think how many of earlier real scientists (like Newton & Edison) were having these degrees to prove them.His calculations based on proven facts & theory is proposing a new way to prove that it could have happened in this way instead of earlier proposed theories based on the mostly unproven fourth dimension of time, time dilation, the phenomenon of origin of universe & big bang theories.
I really appreciate the way this book has put up this new idea & prefer that other readers should also read it with open mind.
Kudos to him to write this book.
I really appreciate the way this book has put up this new idea & prefer that other readers should also read it with open mind.
Kudos to him to write this book.
April 1, 2014
The author has done a very good job of breaking down the concepts of physics and making it easier for young people and the ordinary layman to understand how the universe works. Starting from the inner workings of the atom itself, the author leads us through a simplified discussion of physics that eventually leads us to his own unique theory of an unseen medium in space in the form of "lines of space". From what I understand, these lines are similar to the strings in string theory that we hear so much about today from scientists but with specific properties. From here the author delves into formulas and examples of how these lines of space can be detected. Mr. Dhiman presents a very compelling argument for his theory and it will be interesting to see how this plays out eventually in the scientific community. The illustrations presented throughout the book help the reader to understand the topics discussed. A nice addition to help people understand the concept even more might be something like a YouTube video. Or a series of YouTube videos. Not sure how easy that would be but it would be a nice addition to help understand a very interesting theory.
January 19, 2015
I once took an astronomy class at the university that was designed for non-science majors. The teacher had a great style that made everything extremely interesting. It was one of the best classes I ever had, and I still remember many of the things I learned in that class.
“The Big Bang and the Lines of Space” is just like that class.
The author takes concepts that could be confusing to the lay reader (such as the Doppler Effect, Big Bang and Relativity) and presents them in a way that is clear and understandable to everyone. He uses the unique format, which works extremely well, of placing the reader in the middle of a discussion group between professional colleges.
The book addresses a topic that has perplexed mankind since the beginning of time, “How did the universe begin?”
The author has good reasons to doubt that the universe started with a big bang. He backs up his view with cogent explanations about the role of converting dense space into matter, an analysis of what planets are truly made of, and yes, Lines of Space.
If you like astronomy and new ways to think that challenge the status quo (like I do), you will relish this book.
“The Big Bang and the Lines of Space” is just like that class.
The author takes concepts that could be confusing to the lay reader (such as the Doppler Effect, Big Bang and Relativity) and presents them in a way that is clear and understandable to everyone. He uses the unique format, which works extremely well, of placing the reader in the middle of a discussion group between professional colleges.
The book addresses a topic that has perplexed mankind since the beginning of time, “How did the universe begin?”
The author has good reasons to doubt that the universe started with a big bang. He backs up his view with cogent explanations about the role of converting dense space into matter, an analysis of what planets are truly made of, and yes, Lines of Space.
If you like astronomy and new ways to think that challenge the status quo (like I do), you will relish this book.
April 2, 2015
As expected, Author Devinder Dhiman once again allowed me to learn something that has long been of great interest to me, but was beyond my educational reach. His second book, The Big Bang and Lines of Space, was exceptional in its explanations, and I had no problems grasping the information presented. Though Lines of Space was a good bit more complex, and some of it did go over my head, I certainly didn't have any problem understanding the points he was making, and the information was extremely interesting. I was particularly interested when he mentioned the fact that something must have existed before the Big Bang.
If you have a penchant for science, and space fascinates you, but common textbook explanations tend to go over your head, I highly recommend this book. You'll walk away from it with a much better understanding of the subject matter, and it will set your imagination to soaring!
If you have a penchant for science, and space fascinates you, but common textbook explanations tend to go over your head, I highly recommend this book. You'll walk away from it with a much better understanding of the subject matter, and it will set your imagination to soaring!
September 18, 2015
If you've ever pondered how the universe came to be then this book is for you. Devinder takes the tough topic of physics and distills it down to it's basic parts to create a riveting discussion about a new theory in science, 'Lines of Space'.
By presenting the discussion as a result of a series of discussions with his son, and then his daughter, Devinder is able to relate the drive to determine how we came to be to the essence of parenting; inspiring our children and giving them the faith they need to navigate a changing world. Some of my favorite parts in the book were the conversations with family which inspired the thought process that led to Devinder's 'Lines of Space'.
I found myself taking notes while reading and doing further research long after I stopped book the book away. 'Lines of Space' is a great introduction for anyone who has an interest in how the universe works. I highly recommend it.
By presenting the discussion as a result of a series of discussions with his son, and then his daughter, Devinder is able to relate the drive to determine how we came to be to the essence of parenting; inspiring our children and giving them the faith they need to navigate a changing world. Some of my favorite parts in the book were the conversations with family which inspired the thought process that led to Devinder's 'Lines of Space'.
I found myself taking notes while reading and doing further research long after I stopped book the book away. 'Lines of Space' is a great introduction for anyone who has an interest in how the universe works. I highly recommend it.
August 17, 2014
I liked reading this book because the author has described the basics of Physics very clearly. It is helpful for those students who are struggling to get the basics in Physics and Chemistry. The Lines of Space concept is explained with calculations, which I found correct. It gives new idea about creation of universe contrary to the prevailing concepts of creation of universe. The author explained gravitation, refraction of Light, space-time curvature in a new angle.
I like this new concept and a new look about the topics of physics. I think, studies can be made further on this line, keeping the book as a reference and it may lead human society to a new vision about our universe.
I like this new concept and a new look about the topics of physics. I think, studies can be made further on this line, keeping the book as a reference and it may lead human society to a new vision about our universe.
August 12, 2013
Hey, hi!! everyone, the book 'LINES OF SPACE' is very interesting and being a student I found this book really helpful as many concepts of physics and chemistry are illustrated in a simplified way. The aspects of physics gives an overview regarding the formation of universe and the real life experiments adds to this book as a great essence. The example of the formation of butter and the way author related it to the formation of our whole universe is mind-blowing. I must say the book is worth reading!!
November 25, 2013
I read this book because it seemed to be different from other science books. This is very interesting book explaining a new concept of existence of 'Lines of Space' in the universe. By the application of this concept, we are able to understand the creation of matter particles and universe in a different way than normally accepted. Structure of atom, theory of relativity and creation of universe is explained very well with the help of lines of space. It has cleared many of my doubts in physics and astronomy. This book is a must read for all those who are interested in science.
December 4, 2013
This book begins with a very simplified explanation of the existing laws of science and thereafter, it gives an entirely fresh and new perspective of the universe and the laws of science. It is very interesting and a must read book with a new concept that generates waves of new thoughts in the mind of the reader. The author has unified the fundamantal forces of universe using the new concept of lines of space, in an incredible and logical manner. It gives a jolt to our fundamental knowledge of science, which we have learnt in school. This book is highly recommendable.
July 9, 2016
Like a hot knife through butter
I was once a science school teacher and there is nothing more exciting or daunting than science. Dhiman takes the reader on a path of discovery and fascinates with the reader with his insights. Like a hot knife through butter he makes complex theories come to life in simple lay mans terms.
If you are a worried parent with a bright child with no interest in science, you will identify with the protagonist. Read the book, buy it for your Year nine child and introduce them to the wonders of science. It may be the best investment you make
I was once a science school teacher and there is nothing more exciting or daunting than science. Dhiman takes the reader on a path of discovery and fascinates with the reader with his insights. Like a hot knife through butter he makes complex theories come to life in simple lay mans terms.
If you are a worried parent with a bright child with no interest in science, you will identify with the protagonist. Read the book, buy it for your Year nine child and introduce them to the wonders of science. It may be the best investment you make
September 27, 2014
Really good stuff. As an intellectual and mathematical exercize in both words and numbers, this is good reading for any math-physics scholar. The questions raised by Engineer Dhiman are wonderful, and his treatment of those questions is extremely thought-provoking. Has he found something no one else has? Maybe. The one area I found more or less absent from his theories and calculations is the spin of particles at the sub-atomic level, but perhaps that will be the next book.
September 7, 2015
Lines of space is a wonderfully written book, about the science behind the creation of matter. It's really nice how the author doesn't just give you information about the matter, but instead includes different sections where he is talking to his kids about the matter. There are some diagrams which help to understand a better picture. Throughout the book, the author explains how matter can be created by space itself.
August 12, 2013
Really an amazing book!! The way it is written is excellent and interesting to read.
So many mysteries like origin of matter, charge on electrons-protons are well answered by the author through this book. The conversation between author and his son makes the book fascinating and worth reading. This is a very innovative concept.Must read!!
So many mysteries like origin of matter, charge on electrons-protons are well answered by the author through this book. The conversation between author and his son makes the book fascinating and worth reading. This is a very innovative concept.Must read!!
December 19, 2013
The author's effort in his mission to edify the esoteric & abstruse topics with regard to universe and matter is utterly commendable.All the clarifications and illustrations have been furnished in simple manners. I trust this book would be enormously advantageous for class XI-XII students who invariably struggle to comprehend the knack of Physical Chemistry.
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