Quantum Man
Lawrence Maxwell Krauss
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Quantum Man
Published
2011
Publisher
Atlas Books
Pages
350
ISBN-13
9780393064711
Description
Perhaps the greatest physicist of the second half of the twentieth century, Richard Feynman changed the way we think about quantum mechanics, the most perplexing of all physical theories. Here the author, himself a theoretical physicist, offers a scientific biography: a narrative coupled with clear and novel expositions of science at the limits. An immensely colorful persona in and out of the office, Feynman revolutionized our understanding of nature amid a turbulent life. The author presents that life, from the death of Feynman's childhood sweetheart during the Manhattan Project to his reluctant rise as a scientific icon, seen through the science, providing a new understanding of the legacy of a man who has fascinated millions. A reflection on the issues that drive physics today, this work captures the story of a man who was willing to break all the rules to tame a theory that broke all the rules. Traces the colorful, turbulent life of the Nobel Prize-winning physicist, from the death of his childhood sweetheart during the Manhattan Project to his rise as an icon in the scientific community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Quantum Man?
This edition of Quantum Man has approximately 350 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Quantum Man?
For most readers, Quantum Man typically takes between 7h 18m and 4h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 87,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 87,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Quantum Man?
The estimated word count for Quantum Man is approximately 87,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Quantum Man?
Quantum Man was written by Lawrence Maxwell Krauss.
When was Quantum Man published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.