The Mystery of the Quantum World

By Euan J. Squires

Book Overview

The Mystery of the Quantum World, Second Edition introduces the philosophical issues raised by the success of the quantum theory and lucidly outlines the different points of view adopted by various physicists striving to understand the meaning underlying the theories used every day. Revised and expanded, this edition includes a new chapter that introduces the most important of the recent developments in quantum theory. The authoritative selection of topics ensures that readers already familiar with the first edition of the book will extend their knowledge of quantum theory, and those with no previous knowledge acquire an insight into this fascinating world.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750301783
• ISBN13: 9780750301787
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 191 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.6" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

Intuitive & Thoughtful Discussion of Quantum Theory Bases

Rational, clear description of Quantum Theory concepts and their philosophical implications. Contains intuitive introduction to QT fundamentals. An excellent tonic for those books/articles written to sensationalize and make unwarranted philosophical claims based on QT. Author is an applied math professor with greater-than 100 articles on elementary particles. Presents the philosophical problems created by QT and the (respectable) alternative explanations. After describing the alternatives, the author makes some excellent arguments for realism, which some QT pioneers suggested should be abandoned.

A non technical presentation of quantum physics.

Although non technical in its presentation, it contains precise presentation of the implications of quantum mechanics. The author has taken great care not to lose its reader in technical jargon or mathematics. On the other hand, the reader can still understand with precision the origin of the puzzling nature of quantum physics. It will appeal to someone interested in understanding quantum physics for its philosophical implications. Clearly written and enjoyable.