Quantum Physics: A Beginner's Guide | 
 enlarge | Author: Alastair I. M. Rae
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
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Rating:  11 reviews
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Media: Paperback
Pages: 192
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Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 1851683690
Dewey Decimal Number: 530
EAN: 9781851683697
Publication Date: March 25, 2006
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Of all modern scientific theories, quantum theory has perhaps done more than any other to change the way we think about basic structure of the universe. This clear and accessible introduction covers quantum physics in theory and in practice, and explains why it has become known not just as a theory, but as a revolution.
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 The Perfect Book for the Quantum Curious May 12, 2007
Jo Ana Starr (USA)
68 out of 69 found this review helpful
I don't have a Physics or Math background, and if you'd told me 10 years ago, that I'd buy AND read a book on Quantum Physics, I'd have chuckled. You, of course, would have been right, because I did. I loved it and whipped through it pretty quickly.
I bought this book to learn more about quantum theory. I wanted a book that wasn't going to beat me senseless with heavy theoretical math, physics or formulae. I wanted a more complete understanding of the possibilities that quantum physics theory hints at, which is exactly what I got with this book. This book offers the Open-minded a fascinating overview of some of the more controversial quantum theories, the experiments that "proved" some of them, and what might be just over the horizon for quantum physics and for us.
I found this book really worthwhile, with a positive slant that worked for me. What quantum physics seems to be demonstrating these days, according to the author, is that much of the information that we "knew" to be true, may very well not be. Which really does open up a world of possibility for all of us.
This short meaty book is ideal for the quantum-curious. I highly recommend it.
Simple and great review May 12, 2007
A. Beland (Quebec, Canada)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
For someone with no official scientific scholarship, such as myself, this book is a wonderful review of Quantum Physics, in a nutshel. This books has mathemetical tools to go further, but the common folk may bypass this algebra burden and go on to the theory without losing track. I recommend it to everyone who seeks a basic understanding of the matter.
A good introduction to quatum February 28, 2008
Randle E. Walsh (Toronto Canada)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I read a review in which the reviewer said he reads 5 books a year and that makes him an authority. That made me chuckle. I think Einstein himself said, he was no Einstein.
I've read about 3 dozen books on physics and math in the last 2 years and this one is another one I am happy to add to my list. Alastair Rae has the gift of not talking down to the reader. What I particularly like are the summaries and notes at the end of each chapter; it just seems to tie everything together. The book has mathematical boxes throughout, which can be skipped by the reader and still manage to get the over-all message. I would however recommend trying the math. If you are a little vague on math, try reading 'Basic Technical Mathematics with Calculus' by Allyn J. Washington and 'Precalculus Demystified' by Rhonda Huetenmueller.
I did and it gave me a good mathematical background. I would as well, recommend studying classical physics too.
All in all, Rae offers a good introduction to quatum for those who are new to the field, as well as a refresher for anyone with experience.
Surely this will do the trick October 30, 2007
R. J. Anderson (Phoenix, AZ)
3 out of 8 found this review helpful
Like many of my intelligent-seeming purchases, this is for a friend. I did find myself thumbing through this book, however, and found that the layout seems quite straightforward. While I doubt that this book's spine will ever be excercized beyond it's paperback capacity, I have taken the proverbial horse to the science-flavored water.
Michio Kaku in a Book! May 12, 2007
E. V. Favalora (Moorhead, MN, US)
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
Like the way Michio Kaku explains quantum science for laymen, this book does the same thru common sense and illustrations...for those of us who learn through observation.
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