Collision – Stories from the Science of CERN is a highly readable anthology built on the idea of teaming up great writers with great scientists. Each of the 13 stories is accompanied by an afterword from a member of the particle physics community. The authors are a very diverse bunch, so there’s something for everyone – from exploring the nature of symmetry through the mirror of human interaction, to imagined historical encounters and, inevitably, the apocalyptic: we humans have always ventured into the unknown with trepidation.

All in all, the book makes for a varied, thought-provoking and engaging read. As with the Arts at CERN programme, it demonstrates that creativity is not the preserve of the arts or of science, and that great things can happen when the two collide.

To read the full review, go to the CERN Courier website: https://cerncourier.com/a/collision-stories-from-the-science-of-cern/

Title: Collision – Stories from the Science of CERN
Editors: Rob Appleby, Connie Potter
Publisher: Comma Press
Language: English