Simply Physics

by D.K. Publishing

Understanding physics has never been easier


Combining simple, stylish graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Physics is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.

Compact and clear, this book covers the core concepts of physics in a refreshing and highly accessible way – from gravitational fields and momentum to general relativity and the mysteries of quantum uncertainty. Using simple diagrams and directly worded explanations, each pared-back entry explains concepts more clearly and concisely than ever before.

Whether you are studying physics at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free insight into what physics is all about, this essential guide gives you shortcuts and beelines to knowledge that will make you cry, "At last! I understand!"

160 pages, Hardcover

Published March 25, 2025

About the author

Dorling Kindersley (DK) is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a consumer publishing company jointly owned by Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA and Pearson PLC. Bertelsmann owns 53% of the company and Pearson owns 47%.

Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including Eyewitness Travel Guides), arts and crafts, business, history, cooking, gaming, gardening, health and fitness, natural history, parenting, science and reference. They also publish books for children, toddlers and babies, covering such topics as history, the human body, animals and activities, as well as licensed properties such as LEGO, Disney and DeLiSo, licensor of the toy Sophie la Girafe. DK has offices in New York, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto and Melbourne.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Jess · Rating 1 out of 5]

Wanting to learn more about physics i was excited to find a DK book. But, it's not at all what i expect from them. The ones I've read are big books, with glossy pages and lots of photos. This is small and cheap looking.
Not even proofread? Before i gave up i came across a diagram where the description didn't even match the colours they were referring too, pretty easy catch i would've thought.
I do have a biology background but apparently I'm too simple to understand physics...

[E.T. Oliveira · Rating 2 out of 5]

not the best book to be read on Kindle as sometimes, the concept was first demonstrated and the explained. Also, the book is just a compilation of concepts' descriptions with not much connection in between them. There are no equations, either... Overall, not the best book to those who don't understand anything about Physics

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very brief overview of physics with some decent diagrams. I'm not sure if it would be helpful for learning concepts you hadn't learned before (I think it might be too concise) but I think it is a pretty good refresher for concepts you perhaps haven't considered in 10+ years. It also reminded me of how little I understand about quantum physics and made me want to learn a little bit more.

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Topics were very well explained and illustrated. Good sequence of small to large scale. Background knowledge and interest in the subject are beneficial for understanding this book.

[Abby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Attempted basic explanation of physics -with illustrations. Good introduction sort of book for anyone not already versed in the subject.

[Laurie Woodward · Rating 3 out of 5]

A basic overview of the major concepts of physics with lots of diagrams. It was told simply in an easy to understand way.

[Mad · Rating 2 out of 5]

The visual explanations are helpful. Some written explanations were so brief that it led to more questions which were not always answered.