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Quantum electrodynamics - or QED for short - is the 'strange theory' that explains how light and electrons interact. Thanks to Richard Feynman, it is also one of the rare parts of physics that is known for sure. In this lucid set of lectures, Feynman provides the definitive introduction to QED. 'It is a book to enlighten' Mail on Sunday 'Marvellous...a vivid introduction to QED leavened and enlivened by his wit. Anyone with a curiosity about physics today should buy it' - Nature

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Richard P. Feynman (1918-1988) was one of this century's most brilliant theoretical physicists and original thinkers. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1965 for his work on QED. Books by Feynman in Penguin include The Character of Physical Law (1992, 36,000 copies), Six Easy Pieces (1998, 27,000 copies, and Six Not-So-Easy Pices (1999, 10,000 copies).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a book about what is known, 30 Jan 2007
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Unlike many books relating to quantum mechanics, and the strange universe that exists on the quantum scale, this book is dedicated to a subject that is known and (as far as can be said about anything relating to the quantum scale) understood.

This book does a superb job of explaining to the layman (such as myself) what quantum electrodynamics is, and restricts itself to doing just that job and doing it well.
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4.0 out of 5 stars QED loud and clear, 12 Jul 2005
I know little about physics and upon reading this book i gained a clear understanding of QED and it pushed me into the right direction to find out more about the world of quantum mechanics.
A recommeded read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars From the master, 23 Jul 2002
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In this book, written for the non-technical, Feynman illustrates with a breathtaking boldness and clarity how common processes (reflection & motion of photons and electrons to name only 3) are in reality far stranger than we think.

Feynman writes not so much to surprise (which he certainly does) but with a passionate desire that we the readers follow what he is saying. This is a book for those who are curious as to what makes the world tick, even if they already have some knowledge of the quantum world. I did not find this an easy read (the concepts are too alien) but it was most rewarding.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Light Coverage
This consists of transcribed text from a series of lectures, so informative but not a well-structured read. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Rupert Lance

5.0 out of 5 stars QED - amazing physics
The book comes from a short series of talks Richard Feynman gave about the theory of quantum electodynamics. Read more
Published 3 months ago by L. COOK

5.0 out of 5 stars The most pedagogical introduction to QED you ever get
If you want to know a bit about QED all around, this is the book to get. I don't think you'll ever get a better description than that of Feynman.
Published 5 months ago by Villads

1.0 out of 5 stars A Truly Annoying Read
All I can say is that I hated this book. It seems it was taken directly from lecture slides with no regard for how it would appear in a book. Read more
Published on 25 Sep 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Written by a master
In this book, written for the non-technical, Feynman illustrates with a breathtaking boldness and clarity how common processes (reflection & motion of photons and electrons to... Read more
Published on 22 Jul 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A popular and accesible book on QED
Richard Feynmann is reaching cult status; there is now a film about him (also called QED) starring Alan Alda who, although he doesn't look like or sound like Feynmann, is well... Read more
Published on 19 May 2001 by churchmonuments

5.0 out of 5 stars A simple explanation to the complicated world around us
This book is the first of its kind that I have read, however this was not a setback. The consise detail into which Richard Feynman delves into is very easy to follow. Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2000 by seweazy2@btinternet.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Consider all the possibilities that can make an event happen
I consider my self as lay person in Quntum Thery. The strange theory of Light and Matter is actually my first book in the field. Read more
Published on 13 May 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Life changing.
Feynmann's theory of photonic interaction suddenly makes the whole world make sense, well written and very concise. Thoroughly recommended to PhD's and humans alike.
Published on 27 Sep 1999 by Graham@morrisonconsulting.co.uk

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