QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter (Princeton Science Library)

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 new introduction places both Feynman's book and his seminal contribution to QED in historical context and further highlights Feynman's uniquely appealing and illuminating style.

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-05-2009; Feynman at his best; An excellent and very enlightening book. Typical Feynman and even better than his Six easy pieces an Six not so easy pieces. Strongly recommended for those who want an introduction into QED without the background to go into the detailed...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Aug-29-2009; QED:the strange theory of light and matter; As the introduction states, the book is intended for students, scholars, and interested lay people. I'm in the last group and found the subject fascinating. It was written to inform and encourage further study and made plentiful use of...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Aug-23-2009; Perfection; If you enjoy scientific reading, this is a must have. Feynmen is a skilled genius, The only thing that surpasses his genius is his ability to explain complex highly mathematical concepts to the masses with out a hint of math.; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Jul-10-2009; QED-Princeton Library; Very well and clearly written. Explains the new concepts of light in layman terms without the use of elaborate equations.; read full review | report as inappropriate

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Sep-05-2009; Feynman at his best; An excellent and very enlightening book. Typical Feynman and even better than his Six easy pieces an Six not so easy pieces. Strongly recommended for those who want an introduction into QED without the background to go into the detailed...; read full review | report as inappropriate

3/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Apr-11-2007; I want to love this book but can't; Yes the book explains QED without any math, but it doesn't really explain it very well. I admire what Feynman is trying to do, but I don't believe he succeeds. I'll give one example. The book is built around using vector addition and...; read full review | report as inappropriate