The Feynman Lectures on Physics
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The legendary introduction to physics from the subject's greatest teacher
"The whole thing was basically an experiment," Richard Feynman said late in his career, looking back on the origins of his lectures. The experiment turned out to be hugely successful, spawning a book that has remained a definitive introduction to physics for decades. Ranging from the most basic principles of Newtonian physics through such formidable theories as general relativity and quantum mechanics, Feynman's lectures stand as a monument of clear exposition and deep insight. Now, we are reintroducing the... more
"The whole thing was basically an experiment," Richard Feynman said late in his career, looking back on the origins of his lectures. The experiment turned out to be hugely successful, spawning a book that has remained a definitive introduction to physics for decades. Ranging from the most basic principles of Newtonian physics through such formidable theories as general relativity and quantum mechanics, Feynman's lectures stand as a monument of clear exposition and deep insight. Now, we are reintroducing the... more
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Bill Gates CEO/MicrosoftYou don't have to take a course [to learn physics]. If you're hardcore, read the Feynman book and do the problems. (Source)
David Bainbridge I think that he is one of the most intelligent people to live in the 20th century. Yet at the same time, surprisingly, he is an amazingly good teacher. This is quite an unusual combination. (Source)
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- #8 in Aerospace Engineering
- #61 in Astronomy
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- #1 in Chemical Engineering
- #41 in Chemistry
- #4 in Civil Engineering
- #2 in Classical Mechanics
- #60 in Cosmology
- #3 in Electrical Engineering
- #2 in Electromagnetism
- #80 in Engineering
- #5 in General Relativity
- #2 in Gravity
- #3 in Inorganic Chemistry
- #2 in Material Science
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- #8 in Mathematical Physics
- #4 in Measurement
- #2 in Mechanical Engineering
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- #1 in Organic Chemistry
- #7 in Physics
- #32 in STEM
- #82 in Science
- #41 in Science and Math
- #47 in Scientific
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