Einstein and the Quantum
The Quest of the Valiant Swabian
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Narrated by:
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Gabriel Vaughan
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A. Douglas Stone
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Einstein and the Quantum reveals for the first time the full significance of Albert Einstein's contributions to quantum theory. Einstein famously rejected quantum mechanics, observing that God does not play dice. But, in fact, he thought more about the nature of atoms, molecules, and the emission and absorption of light - the core of what we now know as quantum theory - than he did about relativity.
A compelling blend of physics, biography, and the history of science, Einstein and the Quantum shares the untold story of how Einstein - not Max Planck or Niels Bohr - was the driving force behind early quantum theory. It paints a vivid portrait of the iconic physicist as he grappled with the apparently contradictory nature of the atomic world, in which its invisible constituents defy the categories of classical physics, behaving simultaneously as both particle and wave. And it demonstrates how Einstein's later work on the emission and absorption of light, and on atomic gases, led directly to Erwin Schrodinger's breakthrough to the modern form of quantum mechanics.
The book sheds light on why Einstein ultimately renounced his own brilliant work on quantum theory, due to his deep belief in science as something objective and eternal. A book unlike any other, Einstein and the Quantum offers a completely new perspective on the scientific achievements of the greatest intellect of the twentieth century, showing how Einstein's contributions to the development of quantum theory are more significant, perhaps, than even his legendary work on relativity.
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- H. L. Mason
- 09-04-15
ONLY FOR THE INITIATED
This is a fascinating journey from the "predictable"world of Newton to the "unpredictable" modern day world of quantum theory in which Einstein emerges as its principal driver - even though he later rejected the basic unpredictability of what he was so instrumental in bringing to light.
However, this is a book full of complex mathematical formulae which only those familiar with this subject can understand. Whilst I could follow the broad historical descriptions and developments, as a layman I was unable to comprehend the extensive mathematical explanations that so frequently occur in this book. In fact, I am not even sure that an average person literate in maths
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- Homayon
- 14-11-13
WOW what a riveting listen! A must for everyone
This book made me fall in love with the genius of the man all over again!
Over the years I have read many books (aimed at the layman) about the development of science and especially the history of theoretical physics. Of course I was aware of the whole 'not playing dice' objection but never knew the extent of how much the genius of the man shaped the quantum understanding too!
The book does an excellent job of depicting the genius and prowess of Einstein in such an easy way to follow and understand. The mix of anecdotes, life story, hard core physics and the well placed humour takes you through a gripping journey. Thank you Mr Stone for bringing him to life.
I wonder what he would have made of m theory?
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- SAC
- 25-04-15
Quantum theory linked to history
Excellent account of all of the great physicists who contributed to the quantum theory we know today. Facts linked to a historical timeline.
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- Tor Seternes
- 27-05-15
Great book & Easy to understand.About deep sciense
All know the name Einstein. and this book gives an insight in to the mind and method of him and his work. + other geniouses of he's time.
listen and be awed about what him and they were able to achive,long before there were computers and a real understanding of everything from Lasers..satellite comunication..and the nuclear bomb.
+ a great voice to tell the tale in this great audiobook.
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