QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter (Princeton Science Library)
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (725 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0691164096 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-07-14 |
| Language | : | English |
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Zee's introduction places Feynman's book and his seminal contribution to QED in historical context and further highlights Feynman's uniquely appealing and illuminating style.. Here Feynman provides a classic and definitive introduction to QED (namely, quantum electrodynamics), that part of quantum field theory describing the interactions of light with charged particles. Celebrated for his brilliantly quirky insights into the physical world, Nobel laureate Richard Feynman also possessed an extraordinary talent for explaining difficult concepts to the general public. A. Using everyday language, spatial concepts, visualizations, and his renowned "Feynman diagrams" instead of advanced mathematics, Feynman clearly and humorously communicates both the substance and spirit of QED to the layperson
Zee is professor of physics at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Richard P. He is the author of Fearful Symmetry: The Search for Beauty in Modern Physics, Quantum Field Theory in a Nutshell, and Einstein Gravity in a Nutshell (all Princeton). Fey
Mautner Memorial Lectures to be given periodically at UCLA, certainly gets this new series off to a flying start. Starting with such familiar phenomena as the reflection and refraction of light, Feynman goes on to describe in detail the interactions between electrons and light. of Montana, MissoulaCopyright 1985 Reed Business Information, Inc. A good choice for collections serving informed readers. World-renowned for the liveliness and creativity of his physical insights, Caltech physicist Feynman provides another of his tours de force as he clearly explains the arcane workings of quantum electrodynamics, a theory which Feynman himself helped to establish. From Library Journal This volume, constituting the printed version of the first of the Alix G. Although the text requires more concentration to grasp than most science popularizations, things never get out of hand. Margrave, formerly with Physics & Astronomy Dept., Univ. . Thomas E
One of Feynman's best Caveat - Be sure to read Professor Zee's introduction as well as Feynman's introduction before you read the rest of the book. More about this at the end of this review.In my opinion this is one of the best of Feynman's introductory physics books. He does close to the impossible by explaining the rudimentary ideas of Quantum Electro Dynamics (QED) in a manner that i. "Physicists" according to Clancy Hughes. Beautifully understandable making sense, if not understanding, of the complex world of physics since the 50s -- when I studied my basic sciences. I'm a retired physician, and looking back, a physician is nothing if not a scientist, a view not shared by everyone.In ancient Athens, physicians and physicists "physic" were one with science as the names implied; they we. Margaret Kasper said If you like a challenge or a mystery,. I love quantum physics for the common person! It is a bit challenging in places, but it is well explained. If you like a challenge or a mystery this is a good one. My son (now If you like a challenge or a mystery, I love quantum physics for the common person! It is a bit challenging in places, but it is well explained. If you like a challenge or a mystery this is a good one. My son (now 38yrs) and I have been following the progress of quantum theory for thirty years, following photons and quarks like the bunny in the rabbit hole. Don't be afraid jump in for the fun of it!. 8yrs) and I have been following the progress of quantum theory for thirty years, following photons and quarks like the bunny in the rabbit hole. Don't be afraid jump in for the fun of it!