Uncover one of the most exciting frontiers of modern physics in this fascinating; insightful and accessible overview of Chaos theory. 'An exceedingly readable introduction to a new intellectual world' Observer From the turbulence of the weather to the complicated rythmns of the human heart; 'chaos' is at the centre of our day to day lives. Cutting across several scientific disciplines; James Gleick explores and elucidates the science of the unpredicatable with an immensely readable narrative style and flair. 'An awe-inspiring book. Reading Chaos gave me the sensation that someone had just found the light-switch' Douglas Adams