The Feynman Lectures on Physics Vols 1-2

by Richard P. Feynman

Basic Books is proud to announce the first volumes of the complete audio CD collection of the recorded lectures delivered by the late Richard P. Feynman, lectures originally delivered to his physics students at Caltech and later fashioned by the author into his classic textbook Lectures on Physics . Ranging from the most basic principles of Newtonian physics to such formidable theories as Einstein's general relativity, superconductivity, and quantum mechanics, Fenyman's lectures stand as a monument of clear exposition and deep insight.

Genres: Physics, Science, Nonfiction

Audio CD

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Richard Phillips Feynman was an American physicist known for the path integral formulation of quantum mechanics, the theory of quantum electrodynamics and the physics of the superfluidity of supercooled liquid helium, as well as work in particle physics (he proposed the parton model). For his contributions to the development of quantum electrodynamics, Feynman was a joint recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1965, together with Julian Schwinger and Sin-Itiro Tomonaga. Feynman developed a widely used pictorial representation scheme for the mathematical expressions governing the behavior of subatomic particles, which later became known as Feynman diagrams. During his lifetime and after his death, Feynman became one of the most publicly known scientists in the world.

He assisted in the development of the atomic bomb and was a member of the panel that investigated the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster. In addition to his work in theoretical physics, Feynman has been credited with pioneering the field of quantum computing, and introducing the concept of nanotechnology (creation of devices at the molecular scale). He held the Richard Chace Tolman professorship in theoretical physics at Caltech.

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Reviews

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

After reading The Elegant Universe last fall I became a little obsessed with physics. I listen to these during my commute (when I'm not busy learning Italian!) in the hopes of someday being smart.

[John Michael Strubhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not giving this a 5-star rating because I think it's freaking awesome. I'm doing so, because it is as advertised and done proficiently given the technology of the early 1960s. This is a raw audio recording of several of Richard Feynman's lectures covered in his "introductory" physics class. This was done at Cal Tech during the space race and the battle of besting the commies, so universities weren't screwing around with the mamby-pamby nonsense seen these days. Thus, you went into a class like this with a solid mathematical toolkit, rapt attention, on time and with no socializing or you'd get lost in the blink of an eye. It was also the days of sink or swim. Feynman wasn't slowing down for anyone or their helicopter mom. If you're looking for an introductory physics course in 2021, this is most definitely not for you! Even in those days, most Freshmen got lost in the class, so have no illusions that you will be "enlightened" by these lectures. It's hard enough for a college Freshman to read the Feynman lectures - let alone listen to them.

So, who is this for? It's for people who already know an undergraduate level of physics along with the needed mathematical toolkit who also happen to have a print or electronic copy of the lectures. It is especially enjoyable for physics teachers, because they find that they gain a greater understanding of the fundamentals of physics from these lectures. If you're a competent physicist and a fan of Feynman, get the entire series of lectures, open the corresponding chapter in the 3 volume lecture set and enjoy. It's a very enlightening experience witnessing Feynman's unique approach to a subject you already know as if no one anywhere knew anything about it. Feynman works from first principles where possible and takes on you his unique journey to the state of knowledge that though you already have, you will grasp even more firmly. This is physics for the love of physics.

[Kenny Parnell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great content, but you definitely need to reference the drawings as he spends a lot of time talking about things you need to see.

[Dale Alan Bryant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sorry, but when it comes to Feynman, it's always five star.

[Charles Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quantum mechanics is a challenging subject in and of itself. It's even more challenging by audio book without being able to see the equations and diagrams Prof. Feynman was writing on the boards or otherwise displaying during his lectures. Luckily I found a website with the original course handouts and scanned pdfs of a student's class notes: http://www.feynmanlectures.info/FLP_O... !

[Eulercauchy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent content, makes me wish I was there back in '64. This would be an excellent supplement to the books, because it's very difficult to keep the equations straight in your head, while driving.