The Feynman Lectures on Physics, Vol. I: The New Millennium Edition: Mainly Mechanics, Radiation, and HeatThe 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 printed books to the trade, fully corrected, for the first time ever, and in collaboration with Caltech. Timeless and collectible, the lectures are essential reading, not just for students of physics but for anyone seeking an introduction to the field from the inimitable Feynman. |
Contents
SCIENCES | 3-1 |
Acceleration | 8-1 |
CHAPTER 10 | 10-1 |
111 | 11-1 |
Fluctuations | 12-1 |
WORK AND POTENTIAL ENERGY | 13-1 |
WORK AND POTENTIAL ENERGY CONCLUSION | 14-1 |
THE SPECIAL THEORY OF RELATIVITY | 15-1 |
CHAPTER 36 | 36-1 |
301 | 37-1 |
316 | 38-1 |
336 | 40-1 |
346 | 41-1 |
DIFFUSION | 43-1 |
THE LAWS OF THERMODYNAMICS | 44-1 |
4410 | 45-1 |
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