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I really enjoy history, and if you are looking for a book that gives much about the history of the development of modern Quantum Mechanics this is a wonderful read. It also simplifies many principles to make it more accessible to non mathematical minds such as myself. Besides that I just kind of loved it and you might too.
Good treatment of dev of quantum mechanics, except for Sch Cat.
Broad and generally interesting treatment of the development of quantum mechanics. However, the author's thoughts on resolving the "paradox" of Schrodinger's Cat is not in the mainstream of current opinion. I would recommend readers just skip the last chapter. Recommended, but keep in mind the title is "In Search of...." ...more
Broad and generally interesting treatment of the development of quantum mechanics. However, the author's thoughts on resolving the "paradox" of Schrodinger's Cat is not in the mainstream of current opinion. I would recommend readers just skip the last chapter. Recommended, but keep in mind the title is "In Search of...." ...more
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