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Book Synopsis: Like any set of oral reflections, The Character of Physical Law has special value as a demonstration of the mind in action. The reader is particularly lucky in Richard Feynman - one of the most eminent and imaginative modern physicists.
In these Messenger Lectures, originally delivered at Cornell University and recorded for television by the BBC, Richard Feynman offers an overview of selected physical laws and gathers their common features into one broad principle of invariance. He maintains at the outset that the importance of a physical law is not “how clever we are to have found it out - but . . . how clever nature is to pay attention to it” and steers his discussions toward a final exposition of the elegance and simplicity of all scientific laws.
Rather than an essay on the most significant achievements in modern science, The Character of Physical Law is a statement of what is most remarkable in nature. Feynman’s enlightened approach, his wit, and his enthusiasm make this a memorable exposition of the scientist’s craft.
The law of gravitation is the author’s principal example. Relating the details of its discovery and stressing its mathematical character, he uses it to demonstrate the essential interaction of mathematics and physics. He views mathematics as the key to any system of scientific laws, suggesting that if it were possible to fill out the structure of scientific theory completely, the result would be an integrated set of mathematical axioms.
The principles of conservation, symmetry, and time irreversibility are then considered in relation to developments in classical and modern physics, and in his final lecture, Feynman develops his own analysis of the process and future of scientific discovery.
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Looking for a captivating exploration of the laws that govern the universe? Look no further than "The Character of Physical Law" by Richard Feynman. This modern library book offers a unique perspective on the mind of one of the world's most eminent physicists. Feynman's Messenger Lectures, originally delivered at Cornell University and recorded for television by the BBC, dive into selected physical laws and reveal their common features, ultimately arriving at a broad principle of invariance.
What sets this book apart is Feynman's undeniable brilliance and passion for scientific discovery. He reminds us that the true significance of a physical law lies not in our ability to uncover it, but in nature's attentiveness to it. With his characteristic wit and enthusiasm, Feynman explores the elegance and simplicity of scientific laws, offering a profound statement on the remarkable intricacies of nature itself.
Feynman's exploration of the law of gravitation stands as a beacon of his expertise. By delving into its discovery and emphasizing its mathematical nature, he highlights the integral relationship between mathematics and physics. In fact, he goes a step further and suggests that a complete structure of scientific theory can be achieved through an integrated set of mathematical axioms.
But Feynman doesn't stop there. He also discusses the principles of conservation, symmetry, and time irreversibility in relation to classical and modern physics. In his final lecture, he offers his own analysis of the scientific discovery process and its future. Through his words, readers gain a profound understanding of the scientist's craft and the interconnectedness of various scientific disciplines.
If you're ready to embark on an intellectual journey through the fundamental laws that shape our world, "The Character of Physical Law" is an indispensable read. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience Richard Feynman's enlightening approach and his ability to convey complex concepts with unparalleled clarity.
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