What Is Quantum Mechanics?: A Physics Adventure

by Transnational College of Lex, Transnational College of LEX Staff, John Nambu (Translator)

What is Quantum Mechanics? A Physics Adventure comprehensively traces the historical development of quantum mechanics, treating a complex subject in a light-hearted, user-friendly manner. It not only introduces the reader to the concepts of quantum mechanics, but also tells the story behind the theories. It is easy to understand for beginners because it was written by people going through the learning process themselves. Yet, even the seasoned scientist will enjoy the controversy and drama as the development of physics unfolds in the book.

Dr. Yoichiro Nambu, 2008 Nobel Prize Winner in Physics, served as a senior adviser to the student authors of What is Quantum Mechanics? A Physics Adventure at the Transnational College of LEX throughout their journey of discovery.

Genres: Physics, Science, Mathematics, Nonfiction

566 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

Reviews

[Azeem · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great way to learn about quantum mechanics from people that aren't experts. They start with the basics and go into the detailed math with lots of steps in between. Not for everyone, but you don't need to be a math genius to get what is being explained. The focus is mainly on how the various scientists, from Planck and Einstein to Heisenberg and Schroedinger, developed the language of quantum mechanics to explain the nature of light and the electron. Plus there are lots of fun comics along with the crazy math. I probably didn't understand everything completely, but I got a really good idea of the basics and now I think I could read a regular or intermediate level quantum mechanics book and understand a lot more than I would have had I not read this book.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was having some difficulty in college with a standard dry-textbook on Quantum Mechanics. I stumbled onto this unique volume with all its Socratic style of teaching. This does not shy away from any of the math, but its friendly construct helped me ace Quantum.

[Cameron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Learn quantum mechanics from a comic? okay!

[Robert · Rating 4 out of 5]

Best Quantum Mechanics Intro!

[White · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a place to start to understand Quantum Mechanics. It's almost a comic book sized manuscript, written in much the same way. If you want to go a bit deeper, however, Davies, Green, Hawking, or Wolf would be a better place to follow suit.

[Imran Parvez]

Amazingly simple book to teach difficult ideas and techniques of both Quantum Physics and Mathematics. The recurring theme of connection with learning new languages is profound.

[Landon · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good book. A language school explains quantum mechanics It explains a lot. Very good book. It's an easy book to read epically for someone who doesn't read books with a lot of words.

[Vijay Triplicane · Rating 5 out of 5]

BRILLIANT. I absolutely love the style and the gentle introduction to complex topics.