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Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum
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In The Theoretical Minimum, the author provided a first course in classical mechanics, offering readers everything they need to start doing physics. In this book, he returns with the next challenge that every aspiring physics buff must tackle: quantum mechanics. It combines explanations, helpful dialogues, and basic exercises.
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Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum is the second volume in Leonard Susskind's immensely popular introductory series on physics. Following the success of the first volume, where Susskind unravelled the complexities of classical mechanics, this book delves into the fascinating world of quantum mechanics, providing a detailed yet accessible exploration of the subject.
Designed for those who are serious about learning the fundamentals of quantum mechanics, this book does not shy away from the essential mathematics and intricate equations that underpin the theory. World-class physicist Leonard Susskind, alongside his co-author Art Friedman, ensures that readers gain a genuine understanding of quantum mechanics, rather than a simplified overview.
The book combines clear-cut explanations with witty and engaging dialogues, making the complex topics more approachable. Through a well-thought-out structure, it guides readers through the essential principles of quantum mechanics, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical exercises to solidify understanding.
Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum stands out from other popular physics books due to its commitment to teaching the real subject matter. It is built on the premise that aspiring physicists need to grasp the foundational concepts thoroughly to progress further in the field. Susskind and Friedman's approach ensures that the material is "as simple as possible, but no simpler," echoing Einstein's famous words.
This book is perfect for anyone who has a passion for physics and wants to move beyond the basics to understand the fascinating and often counterintuitive world of quantum mechanics. With its blend of rigorous explanations, humour, and practical exercises, readers will find themselves both challenged and enlightened.
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Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum by Leonard Susskind and Art Friedman offers a compelling and accessible introduction to quantum mechanics. Readers find the writing fresh, immediate, and satisfying, providing a persuasive overview of complex concepts in a clear manner.
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ISBN: 9780141977812
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 April 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 21.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 283g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Leonard Susskind has been the Felix Bloch Professor in Theoretical Physics at Stanford University since 1978, and his online lectures are viewed all around the world. One of the fathers of string theory, he is the author of The Black Hole War and The Cosmic Landscape. Art Friedman is a life-long student of physics, and his career encompasses software engineering, teaching, and writing. When he's not busy puzzling over quantum entanglement, Art plays the fiddle.
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