QED
QED
Richard P. Feynman
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QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter

Richard P. Feynman
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Richard P. Feynman
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In "QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter," Nobel laureate Richard P. Feynman unfolds the enigmatic world of quantum electrodynamics (QED) with unparalleled clarity and infectious enthusiasm. With the skill of a master storyteller, Feynman escorts readers through the quantum universe, where particles and waves dance in a seemingly choreographed ballet governed by the principles of QED. This groundbreaking work distills the complexity of the interactions between light, matter, and charged particles into a narrative that resonates with the layperson, demystifying one of physics' most intricate subjects without diluting its awe-inspiring wonder. Feynman’s ingenious approach, employing what are now famously known as "Feynman diagrams," offers a visual and intuitive grasp of QED processes, sidestepping the dense thicket of advanced mathematics usually associated with such topics. His conversational tone and witty anecdotes breathe life into the abstract, making "QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter" not just an educational triumph but an engaging journey into the heart of physics. For anyone curious about the fundamental forces that shape our reality, Feynman’s work stands as a beacon of enlightenment, illuminating the beauty and complexity of the universe in a way that is accessible, insightful, and, above all, profoundly human.

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Released
1985
1 Jan
Length
176
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Larry Page mentioned this book in an Entrepreneur.com article.
What I am going to tell you about is what we teach our physics students in the third or fourth year of graduate school... It is my task to convince you not to turn away because you don't understand it. You see my physics students don't understand it... That is because I don't understand it. Nobody does.
— Richard P. Feynman, QED

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