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The third volume in the bestselling physics series cracks open Einstein's special relativity and field theory. 
 
“This is physics the way it's really done, in all its glory, nothing swept under the rug.”―Sean Carroll, author of The Biggest Ideas in the Universe 

Physicist Leonard Susskind and data engineer Art Friedman are back. This time, they introduce readers to Einstein's special relativity and Maxwell's classical field theory. Using their typical brand of real math, enlightening drawings, and humor, Susskind and Friedman walk us through the complexities of waves, forces, and particles by exploring special relativity and electromagnetism. It's a must-read for both devotees of the series and any armchair physicist who wants to improve their knowledge of physics' deepest truths. 
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    The Theoretical Minimum
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    448 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Basic Books
  5. Publication date
    May 7, 2019
  6. Dimensions
    5.45 x 1.45 x 8.25 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1541674065
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1541674066
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The third volume in the bestselling physics series cracks open Einstein's special relativity

A true masterpiece that will stand the test of time

At once witty and insightful

This is physics..in all its glory, nothing swept under the rug

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The Theoretical Minimum Series A master teacher presents the ultimate introduction to classical mechanics for people who are serious about learning physics. The latest volume in the New York Times–bestselling physics series explains Einstein’s masterpiece: the general theory of relativity Susskind and Friedman provide a lively introduction to this famously difficult field, which attempts to understand the behavior of sub-atomic objects through mathematical abstractions.

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“Susskind's approach is to subject the novice to a historical mathematical boot camp to make the path seem natural, and ultimately easier… At once witty and insightful.”―Nature

“Susskind is meticulous in explaining each step of applying the equations to the physical phenomena he describes, and he excels in explaining why the math works the way it does…. If you're intrepid enough… you'll emerge with a much deeper appreciation for the true meaning of Einstein's relativity, Maxwell's equations and many other aspects of fundamental physics.”―Science News

“Susskind and Friedman follow their collaboration on Quantum Mechanics by probing the mathematical nitty-gritty of field theory and Einstein's theory of special relativity in the third installment of the Theoretical Minimum series… Enthusiastic discussion is seasoned with wry humor….Well paced…. Clear and concise.”―Publishers Weekly

“Relativity and field theory are absolutely central to modern physics. Here they are explained masterfully, with insight and wit. This is physics the way it's really done, in all its glory, nothing swept under the rug.”―Sean Carroll, author of The Biggest Ideas in the Universe

“A true masterpiece that will stand the test of time. I only wish this book was around when I was learning classical physics. Special Relativity and Classical Field Theory was joyful to read, filled with insights and secrets that will prepare you for research.”―Stephon Alexander, author of The Jazz of Physics

About the Author

Leonard Susskind is the Felix Bloch professor of Theoretical Physics at Stanford University. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and a recipient of the Dirac Medal, the Galileo Medal, and the Carl Sagan Award for Science Popularization, among numerous other honors. He is the author of the New York Times-bestselling The Theoretical Minimum series. He lives in Palo Alto, California.   

Art Friedman is a data consultant who previously spent fifteen years at Hewlett-Packard as a software engineer. A lifelong student of physics, he lives in Murphys, California. 

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Basic Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 7, 2019
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Reprint
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1541674065
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1541674066
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.45 x 1.45 x 8.25 inches
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ The Theoretical Minimum
  • Best Sellers Rank: #52,096 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
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    Art Friedman is a lifelong student of physics. His career encompasses software engineering, teaching, and writing. He spent fifteen years as a compiler developer for Hewlett Packard, and currently works independently as a data consultant for California schools. When he's not helping clients or puzzling over quantum entanglement, Art plays the fiddle. More often than not, people get up to dance.

    Art was born in the Bronx and spent the first half of his life in New York. He has degrees in physics, teaching, and computer science. Art lives with his wife, Maggie, in Murphys, CA.

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    Leonard Susskind (born June, 1940) is the Felix Bloch professor of theoretical physics at Stanford University, and director of the Stanford Institute for Theoretical Physics. His research interests include string theory, quantum field theory, quantum statistical mechanics and quantum cosmology. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences of the US, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, an associate member of the faculty of Canada's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, and a distinguished professor of the Korea Institute for Advanced Study.

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