Is there a force driving cosmic evolution? Could its discovery change our picture of how particles of matter were created and evolved?

Robert Conover lays out a cogent argument for a definite force driving cosmic evolution he dubs the Combination and Growth Imperative, or the CAGI for short. It has driven early particle creation and every phase transition that has since taken place, and it will continue to drive our evolution here on earth and everywhere else.

His theory is that evolution progresses in levels, with each level going through its own evolutionary process of natural selection until a strong, dominate level of matter capable of combining evolves. Those dominate elements then combine to produce the next level of matter, which goes through its own evolutionary process of natural selection and combining, etc. He lays out exactly how this has happened since the birth of the universe, taking the reader precisely through eight levels of evolution, ending thousands of years into the future.

If you are a student of particle physics, cosmology, or just an interested observer, you will appreciate how this fresh approach to the start and evolution of the universe can answer so many questions currently plaguing cosmology. The Journey describes exactly how supermassive black holes came about, how the first elementary particles were created, why three generations of particles evolved, the source of dark energy, and more. The first three chapters describing the first three levels of matter, ending in our present-day subatomic particles, supports the argument for the CAGI, and paints both a very interesting and plausible picture of how the universe began.

The reader next tours the levels of Atoms, Cells, and Organisms, ending in an examination as to whether humankind could be the earth's representative for the sixth level of matter. Mr. Conover then explains how human beings will in the not-too-distant future combine to form the seventh level, and how that level will someday combine to form the eighth level. At each of the eight levels he points out the emergent qualities that evolved from that level, and how those qualities were/are instrumental in helping the next level evolve and combine.

Mr. Conover then examines where all of this evolution is taking us and how humankind may play a role in reaching that goal. The book ends with a graphic picture of just how everything in the universe is connected and what the pure energy of the universe if fully capable of producing.

This is truly a journey; one you will think about, talk about, and never forget.

"This is a remarkable book crafted from curiosity, years of research, and creative imagery. It is truly an unforgettable journey." Donna Lawson, retired Educator

"Mr. Conover presents a fascinating read both for lovers of space and cosmology as well as the curious laymen. They will enjoy the journey he takes the reader on from understanding the purest forms of energy and matter as they were created billions of years ago, to predicting what the path of our evolution will take thousands of years into the future." Lawrence Firth, President LGF Consulting

"The Journey of the Universe presents a series of thought-provoking concepts. The book is well researched and written in a manner that readers with an interest in cosmology will find hard to put down. Along with time-proven theories, Mr. Conover offers insight into what well may be groundbreaking new concepts sure to provide opportunities for discussion and debate." Cary Nerelli, Professional Educator