Quantum mechanics is the basis of modern science. And there has never been a person who, having known her, did not experience shock. A mathematically beautiful, but in fact unpredictable theory, truly expands consciousness, shattering our everyday ideas about the world to smithereens.

The book by the brilliant popularizer of physics Jim Al-Khalili will tell you in simple and understandable language about the past, present and the future of quantum mechanics. Readers are treated to a fascinating journey from philosophy, subatomic particle physics and high-dimensional theories to today's technological world of lasers and microchips and tomorrow's amazing world of quantum magic.