Review by Anora Rampersad -- Mysteries Of the First Instant

[Anora Rampersad]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Mysteries Of the First Instant" by Daniel Friedmann.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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“You’re saying we need the inventor’s notes for the universe!”

In this book, Daniel Friedmann attempts to answer several issues which include what came before the Big Bang, the flow of time, motion and gravity, the expansion of the universe, dark energy, and dimensions of the universe. Friedmann explores these through an analysis of scientific theory and religious teachings in the Torah and Genesis and attempts to find ways in which these differing schools of thought correlate. Where science falls short of answering a particular question sufficiently Friedmann turns to religion to fill in gaps. In this sense, he strikes a balance between the different teachings and research done throughout the years.

The book is divided into two parts and this division is what contributes to the easy understanding of complex concepts. Part A consists of thirteen chapters, most of which are brilliantly written in novel/story format, following a particular scientist whose work contributed immensely to relevant scientific theories and discoveries. This was a brilliant method of introducing complex theories and persons in history, which can become boring and monotonous. Friedmann then transitions from the scientist’s story to his conversation with Seb. The causal and easy dialogue between himself and Seb as he explains religion and science is entertaining and the reader feels like another listener in the conversation. Seb’s limited knowledge and undying curiosity reflect that of a beta reader. Through this method of storytelling, the reader is enlightened and educated on various new things in a light and thought-provoking way.

Part B goes into a more in-depth analysis of the concepts and goes through each by highlighting both scientific and religious learnings. Part B seeks to solidify the contents of part A. Even though part B does not follow the same format as part A the book does not get boring in any way.

Reading this book was an enlightening experience, and piqued my interest in finding the inventor’s notes of the universe. The book is excellently written, compelling, and exceptionally edited. I recommend this book for anyone to read and do not be afraid of not having extensive knowledge of science and religion. I would rate this book a 4 out of 4.

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Mysteries Of the First Instant
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