Quantum Physics for Poets

Quantum Physics for Poets - Paperback

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Quantum Physics for Poets - Paperback

Quantum Physics for Poets - Paperback

by Leon M. Lederman , Christopher T. Hill
$22.95
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Book Overview

Unlock the mysteries of the universe with this guide that makes one of the most complex fields of science both accessible and as mind-blowing as a great poem.

Quantum theory forms the foundation of modern physics, explaining everything from the tiniest particles to the vast expanse of the cosmos. Yet, for many, it remains a perplexing enigma. In this engaging and informative book, physicists Lederman and Hill break down the complexities of quantum physics for curious minds, weaving together history, science, and storytelling to illuminate the breakthroughs of renowned figures like Max Planck, Albert Einstein, Niels Bohr, and Erwin Schrödinger.

The book explores the bizarre realities of quantum mechanics--particles that can exist in multiple places at once, waves that shift when observed, and the paradoxes that even confounded Einstein. It also delves into the latest developments in field theory and string theory, offering readers a glimpse into quantum physics' most fascinating frontiers.

With clear analogies, vivid examples, and a touch of humor, Quantum Physics for Poets reveals how this science shapes everything from groundbreaking technologies to the fundamental nature of reality itself. Whether you're a science enthusiast or a curious reader, this book invites you to savor the wonders of the quantum world.

"A sparkling and articulate new account of how the quantum revolution changed 20th century science - and, as a further delight, how physics and poetry can speak the same language." ― Chicago Tribune

ISBN9781493086962
Author Leon M. Lederman , Christopher T. Hill
PublisherPrometheus Books
GenreEducation and History
FormatPaperback
PublishedAugust 2024
LanguageENG- English
Pages338
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Leon M. Lederman
Leon M. Lederman, Nobel Laureate (Batavia, IL) is the author of Beyond the God Particle, Quantum Physics for Poets, and Symmetry and the Beautiful Universe (coauthored with Christopher T. Hill), as well as The God Particle (with Dick Teresi). He has served as the editor of Portraits of Great American Scientists and a contributor to Science Literacy for the Twenty-First Century. He is formerly the Resident Scholar at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy and Pritzker Professor of Science at the Illinois Institute of Technology, and he is director emeritus of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory.
About Christopher T. Hill
Leon M. Lederman, Nobel Laureate (Batavia, IL) is the author of Beyond the God Particle, Quantum Physics for Poets, and Symmetry and the Beautiful Universe (coauthored with Christopher T. Hill), as well as The God Particle (with Dick Teresi). He has served as the editor of Portraits of Great American Scientists and a contributor to Science Literacy for the Twenty-First Century. He is formerly the Resident Scholar at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy and Pritzker Professor of Science at the Illinois Institute of Technology, and he is director emeritus of Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory.

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