QED The Strange Theory of Light and Matter

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Synopsis

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. 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. 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. A. 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.

Book details

Series:
Princeton Science Library (Book 33)
Author:
A. Zee, Richard P. Feynman
ISBN:
9781400847464
Related ISBNs:
9780691083889, 9780691024172, 9780691150925, 9780691164090, 9780691127170, 9780691125756
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2019-01-12
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2015
Copyright by:
Princeton University Press 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Science