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I am new to most all of the concepts in modern theoretical physics. What are the must read books to start off with to develop a basic understanding of the basic principles of modern theoretical physics.
Originally posted by JazzyJAC
I am new to most all of the concepts in modern theoretical physics. What are the must read books to start off with to develop a basic understanding of the basic principles of modern theoretical physics.
Originally posted by JazzyJAC
I have my bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell and have taken three semesters of Physics. I have a good knowledge up to the subject of basic quantum physics.
Originally posted by Moni
lethe!
As an Engineering Student I think he knows much math ;)
Originally posted by JazzyJAC
Thanks a lot lethe, that should give me a good start. As for math, you are correct, we topped out at basic diff eq., linear algebra. Most of the math I see used in the String/Quantum stuff literally looks like greek to me .
Originally posted by lethe
really? i thought engineers didn t go much passed calc... maybe diff eqs, tops...
The must-read books for beginners in modern theoretical physics include "A Brief History of Time" by Stephen Hawking, "The Elegant Universe" by Brian Greene, "The Theoretical Minimum" by Leonard Susskind, "Quantum Mechanics: The Theoretical Minimum" by Leonard Susskind and Art Friedman, and "The Feynman Lectures on Physics" by Richard Feynman.
These books are considered essential because they provide a comprehensive and accessible introduction to key concepts in modern theoretical physics. They are written in a way that is easy to understand for beginners and cover a wide range of topics, from quantum mechanics to general relativity.
These books stand out because they are not just textbooks, but also narratives that tell the story of how our understanding of the universe has evolved. They also use real-world examples and analogies to make complex concepts easier to grasp.
While a basic understanding of mathematics and physics is helpful, these books are designed to be accessible to anyone with an interest in modern theoretical physics. They are suitable for self-study and can serve as a great starting point for those who want to delve deeper into the subject.
While these books provide a solid foundation in modern theoretical physics, they cannot be used as a substitute for a formal education. They are meant to supplement and enhance one's understanding of the subject, but cannot replace the in-depth knowledge and experience gained through a formal education.