"A wonderfully clear, right up-to-date account of gravity and what we have learned about it and from it." --Jocelyn Bell Burnell, visiting professor, University of Oxford "In this engaging firsthand account, de Rham brings the story of gravity to life, sharing her deep insights into its fundamental nature. From her highly expert vantage point, she elegantly intersperses the fascinating science with her own life story and her quest to make sense of gravity's mysteries." --Jo Dunkley, author of Our Universe "I knew Claudia de Rham is a world-class physicist, and now I know she's a marvelous writer as well. You will learn about gravity, from an astronaut's flight to Einstein's universe, but also beyond what we know, to the forefront of modern research. The true excitement of science shines through brilliantly." --Sean Carroll, author of The Biggest Ideas in the Universe: Space, Time, and Motion " The Beauty of Falling takes us on an insightful exploration of gravity, from historical beginnings to the cutting-edge present. Guided by the perspective of a modern theorist, the book is a valuable read for the curious minds seeking a unique look into the heart of gravity's mysteries.

" --Sara Seager, author of The Smallest Lights in the Universe: A Memoir "A fascinating and personal deep dive into a cutting-edge field of modern physics. De Rham's lyrical style, with which she conveys her life story--from her peripatetic childhood and adulthood to nearly becoming an astronaut to what it means to be a woman in physics--makes for captivating reading." --Pedro G. Ferreira, author of The Perfect Theory "Uncommonly interesting and beautifully written." --Dan Hooper, author of At the Edge of Time "Gravity is the weakest of the four fundamental forces, and yet it's the one that shapes our universe and visibly affects our everyday lives. The significance of the attempts to fully understand gravity cannot, therefore, be overemphasized. In this book, Claudia de Rham takes us on a fascinating guided tour through those scientific endeavors." --Mario Livio, astrophysicist and author of The Golden Ratio and Brilliant Blunders "What a marvelous read! A book that makes gravity understandable, approachable, and enjoyable--what more can one ask for!" --Michele K.

Dougherty, Imperial College London.