Elementary Particles and the Laws of Physics: The 1986 Dirac Memorial Lectures

by Richard P. Feynman, Steven Weinberg

Overview

Perhaps the two most important conceptual breakthroughs in twentieth century physics are relativity and quantum mechanics. Developing a theory that combines the two seamlessly is a difficult and ongoing challenge. This accessible book contains intriguing explorations of this theme by the distinguished physicists Richard Feynman and Steven Weinberg. Richard Feynman's contribution examines the nature of antiparticles, and in particular the relationship between quantum spin and statistics. In his essay, Steven Weinberg speculates on how Einstein's theory of gravitation might be reconciled with quantum theory in the final laws of physics. Both these Nobel laureates have made huge contributions to fundamental research in physics, as well as to the popularization of science. Anyone interested in the development of modern physics will find this a fascinating book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781139930024
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	07/13/1999
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	983,951
File size:	4 MB

Table of Contents

Foreword John C. Taylor; 1. The reason for antiparticles Richard P. Feynman; 2. Towards the final laws of physics Steven Weinberg.

Editorial Reviews

"...a book that all physicists will be pleased to have on their shelves, and one that will surely stimulate aspiring theoretical physicists." New Scientist

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