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Quantum Physics (Essential Science Series)

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I have read several books on Quantum physics and I have never come accross such clear explanations on some strange concepts ranging from black body radiation to QED and Quantum teleportation. And in only 70 pages! I think Gribbin's strength is in its ability to explain advanced concepts from the layman's point of view.

The only audience which should consider this book is those who have a sincere interest in science but very little or no knowledge of quantum mechanics. Such readers can casually browse through this book and get a feel for how bizarre and interesting quantum mechanics is, thus whetting their appetite for further study. However, the book is very short, and it therefore lacks the depth and details needed to provide a meaningful understanding of the subject even at the popular science level. Most novices would therefore be better off skipping this book entirely and, instead, reading a more substantial book at the popular level, of which there are many. Readers beyond the novice level would definitely be better off skipping this book -- even for review purposes, they would find the book to be too superficial to be useful.

If this is the first time you've heard the words "quantum physics," then maybe you will get something out of this book. If you have the slightest familiarity with the subject, such as having read a science periodical article about it, this book is probably a waste of your time. Much of it is not very useful graphics and text blocks, and the actual narrative is sparse and overly simplistic. I have enjoyed most of Gribben's books, which is why I bought this one, it was a real disappointment...and a waste of money.

Was looking for a really patient basic book that would be as passionate as it was informative.... this volume was neither....