Physics
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The Fabric of Reality
David Deutsch
Discusses theories of quantum physics, evolution, computation, and knowledge, proposing a unified "theory of everything."
The Strangest Man
Graham Farmelo
A biography of physicist Paul Dirac, exploring his contributions to quantum mechanics and his unique personality.
The Principia
Isaac Newton
A foundational work in physics and mathematics, introducing the laws of motion and universal gravitation.
Something Deeply Hidden
Sean Carroll
An exploration of quantum mechanics, presenting the “many-worlds” interpretation as a theory of parallel universes.
A Brief History of Time
Stephen Hawking
An introduction to cosmology, covering concepts like black holes, the Big Bang, and the nature of time.
Concepts of Particle Physics
Kurt Gottfried
An introductory guide to the fundamental concepts and theories in particle physics, intended for non-specialists.
The Geometric Universe
S. A. Huggett
Explores the role of geometry in understanding the physical universe, covering key mathematical concepts and their applications.
The Beat of a Different Drum
Jagdish Mehra
A biography of physicist Richard Feynman, exploring his contributions to science and his unique personality.
The Laws of Thermodynamics
Peter Atkins
An accessible introduction to the fundamental laws of thermodynamics, explaining their implications in everyday life and science.
Gauge Theories Of Strong, Weak, And Electromagnetic Interactions
Chris Quigg
A comprehensive guide to gauge theory and particle interactions, intended for advanced readers in physics.
Feynman Lectures on Computation
Richard P. Feynman
A collection of lectures by physicist Richard Feynman on computation, covering foundational concepts in computer science.
Shelter Island II
Roman Jackiw
A book discussing developments in quantum field theory, aimed at physicists and science enthusiasts.
Structure and Interpretation of Classical Mechanics
Gerald Jay Sussman
Covers advanced concepts in classical mechanics using a computational approach.
Principles of Quantum Mechanics
R. Shankar
A detailed textbook on quantum mechanics, providing foundational principles and mathematical concepts.
Our Mathematical Universe
Max Tegmark
A physicist’s exploration of the nature of reality, proposing that the universe itself is a mathematical structure.
Conceptual Physics
Paul G. Hewitt
An introductory textbook that explains physics concepts in an accessible way, ideal for beginners.
Physics of the Impossible
Michio Kaku
Examines technologies from science fiction, exploring the potential for their real-world applications and scientific feasibility.
Essential Relativity
Wolfgang Rindler
An introductory textbook on the theory of relativity, explaining complex concepts in a structured and accessible way.
How Nature Works
Per Bak
Introduces the concept of self-organized criticality, exploring patterns in natural phenomena.
Introduction to Superstrings
Michio Kaku
An introduction to string theory, explaining concepts in theoretical physics and the search for a unified theory.
Seven Brief Lessons on Physics
Carlo Rovelli
A concise introduction to modern physics, explaining complex concepts in accessible language.
Analysis, Manifolds and Physics, Part 1
Yvonne Choquet-Bruhat
A mathematical text covering differential geometry and its applications in physics.
Six Easy Pieces
Richard P. Feynman
A collection of six lectures introducing the fundamental concepts of physics, aimed at a general audience.
The Theoretical Minimum
Leonard Susskind
An introduction to the fundamentals of theoretical physics, intended for readers with no prior physics background.
The Jazz of Physics
Stephon Alexander
Explores the relationship between music, specifically jazz, and physics, looking at how musical principles relate to cosmic phenomena.
The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time
Stephen W. Hawking
Explores the structure of the universe at large scales, discussing relativity and the nature of space-time.
The Ideas of Particle Physics
J. E. Dodd
An introduction to particle physics, covering fundamental particles and forces in the universe.
Supermanifolds
Bryce DeWitt
Advanced mathematical text exploring supermanifolds and their applications in theoretical physics.
Fundamentals of Plasma Physics
Paul M. Bellan
A comprehensive guide on plasma physics, covering theoretical foundations and applications.
Richard Feynman
John Gribbin
Biography of physicist Richard Feynman, highlighting his contributions to science and unique personality.
What a Wonderful World
Marcus Chown
An accessible guide to complex scientific concepts, explaining them in everyday language.
QED and the Men Who Made It
Silvan S. Schweber
Tells the story of the scientists behind quantum electrodynamics and their contributions to physics.
QED
Richard P. Feynman
Feynman’s account of quantum electrodynamics, explaining complex scientific ideas for general readers.
The New Science of Strong Materials
J.E. Gordon
A classic book explaining the science behind materials and their properties.
Powers of Ten
Philip Morrison
A classic book illustrating the scale of the universe, from the microscopic to the cosmic.
Reality Is Not What It Seems
Carlo Rovelli
An exploration of modern physics, focusing on quantum mechanics and theories of reality.
The Order of Time
Carlo Rovelli
Discusses the concept of time from a scientific and philosophical perspective.
Lie Algebras In Particle Physics
Howard Georgi
A technical text on the application of Lie algebras in theoretical particle physics.
Grand Unified Theories
Graham Ross
Introduces and explains grand unified theories in physics.
Spacetime and Geometry
Sean Carroll
A comprehensive introduction to general relativity and spacetime.
Encyclopedia of Physics
Rita Lerner
A comprehensive reference book on various topics in physics.
Thinking Physics
Lewis Carroll Epstein
A playful exploration of physics principles through thought-provoking puzzles.
Modern Elementary Particle Physics
Gordon Kane
An introduction to particle physics and the fundamental particles of matter.
A Universe from Nothing
Lawrence M. Krauss
Explores cosmology and the origin of the universe, arguing for the possibility of something emerging from nothing.
Quantum Field Theory and Topology
Albert S. Schwarz
Advanced study in physics covering quantum field theory.
An Elementary Primer For Gauge Theory
K Moriyasu
Primer on gauge theory, fundamental in theoretical physics.
Dreams of a Final Theory
Steven Weinberg
Physicist's perspective on the quest for a unified theory of the universe.
A Matter of Degrees
Gino Segre
Examination of temperature and its influence on physical phenomena and scientific discoveries.
Quantum Mechanics
Leonard Susskind
An accessible introduction to quantum mechanics from a prominent physicist.
Not Even Wrong
Peter Woit
Critique of string theory and discussion of the limitations of modern theoretical physics.
Aspects of Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime
Stephen A. Fulling
Advanced textbook on quantum field theory in the context of curved spacetime.