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Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!
$15.00
Released April, 1997
The Pros:Accessible - appeals to just about anyone who likes science. The math and physics topics aren't too difficult to grasp for most readers. Written about the process of discovery - rare in literature.
The Cons:Some might view the author's antics as extremely arrogant and pompous.
(Adventures of a Curious Character). This is by far one of the greatest NON-TEXTBOOK reads for engineers, scientists and any restless and adventurous minds. Hilariously composed by Nobel-winner physicist and adventurer Richard P.
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Feynman. This book recounts Feyman's adventures from trading ideas on atomic physics with Einstein and Bohr to painting a naked female toreador. Interestingly enough, December's Wired Magazine interview with Lonelygirl15 revealed her interest in Feynman as well.
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accessible - appeals to just about anyone who likes science
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the math and physics topics aren't too difficult to grasp for most readers
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written about the process of discovery - rare in literature
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entertaining - half the book covers his practical jokes
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great insight for those considering a career in research science
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allows readers to view a side of historic scientific events rarely seen
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some might view the author's antics as extremely arrogant and pompous
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