Hyperspace, By Michio Kaku

Composed by the well known physicist Michio Kaku, Hyperspace gives the common reader a glimpse into the world of higher dimensions, the string theory, and parallel universes. The book begins with Kaku explaining that individuals, communities and even our world may not realize what else is going on around them, oblivious to what is outside their home. He tells of a time when he was little, looking at a pond of fish. By thinking of life from the fish’s point of view, he realized that to the fish, it's entire world was the quaint fountain it resided in. The fish had no knowledge of what was above, and believed that everything that everything that ever was or will be was in that small pond. If a fish was pulled from the pond, to the other fish, he would have simply disappeared. Kaku then talks about multiple theories in quantum mechanics and physics, ranging from realistic to borderline chimerical. Some of these ideas, such as a hypercube, the equivalent of a cube in the fourth dimension, are supported by evidence and studies, while others are completely predictions. Some people may doubt the ideas, but the book will be captivating and hard to put down. While some parts of the book may be confusing, it is generally at a level where most open-minded readers can understand. Even though readers interested in science may enjoy this book more, many people may discover a new interest in physics opposed to their feelings before. This non-fiction masterpiece is highly recommended for people who want to read a book that amazes one on every page, and inspires people to begin a new interest.

-Henry