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Quantum Physics for Beginners: The Non-Scientist’s Guide to the Big Ideas of Quantum Mechanics, with Key Principles, Major Theories, and Experiments Simplified
Quantum Physics, Made Simple and Accessible
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Are you curious about the quantum world but overwhelmed by tough words and complex equations? Make this your first book on quantum—your guide to understanding the universe’s most mysterious topics, from waves and light to space, nature, and even consciousness!
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Inside the Book, You’ll FindThe Giants of Science – Meet the icons of modern physics, from Einstein to Bohr, and dive into the fierce debates, groundbreaking discoveries, and unique perspectives that shaped the field.Key Principles – Unlock five basics of quantum physics, from the mind-bending wave-particle duality to the intrigue of the uncertainty principle.Major Theories – Explore the biggest concepts in quantum, including entanglement, Schrödinger’s Cat, superposition, and more.Experiments – Discover the pivotal experiments that shaped quantum theory, such as the famous double-slit experiment and the eye-opening photoelectric effect.Everyday Items – Watch quantum physics in action—from GPS navigation and X-ray machines to lasers and smartphones—explore emerging applications in quantum computing and cryptography.
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🥇 Bestseller in Quantum Physics, Quantum Theory & Relativity
🏆 Awarded as a Kindle Unlimited All-Star
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💎 Nominated for the Prime Reading program
Are you curious about the quantum world but overwhelmed by tough words and complex equations? Make this your first book on quantum—your guide to understanding the universe’s most mysterious topics, from waves and light to space, nature, and even consciousness!
I promise to break down quantum physics into bite-sized, engaging explanations that make learning feel natural. Through real-life analogies, stories of the great physicists who paved the way, and simplified terms, you’ll soon unlock the secrets of light, entanglement, waves, and much more.
Inside the Book, You’ll FindThe Giants of Science – Meet the icons of modern physics, from Einstein to Bohr, and dive into the fierce debates, groundbreaking discoveries, and unique perspectives that shaped the field.Key Principles – Unlock five basics of quantum physics, from the mind-bending wave-particle duality to the intrigue of the uncertainty principle.Major Theories – Explore the biggest concepts in quantum, including entanglement, Schrödinger’s Cat, superposition, and more.Experiments – Discover the pivotal experiments that shaped quantum theory, such as the famous double-slit experiment and the eye-opening photoelectric effect.Everyday Items – Watch quantum physics in action—from GPS navigation and X-ray machines to lasers and smartphones—explore emerging applications in quantum computing and cryptography.
I cover all this and more, without the intimidating equations or engineering blueprints—just clear, easy-to-understand descriptions. Get your copy now and leap into the possibilities of quantum mechanics, from nuclear fusion to bending time, teleporting data, and even quantum supremacy.
Still on the fence? Here’s what you get FREE with your
Includes 7 Exclusive Downloads
Handpicked classics and resources to deepen your understanding. The Theory of Relativity by Albert Einstein Eight Lectures delivered at Columbia by Max Planck The Nature of the Physical World by Sir Arthur Stanley Eddington Expanded Quantum Glossary with hundreds of beginner-friendly definitionsAND MORE!
Big Ideas, Simply Explained
Whether you're an aspiring scientist, a tech enthusiast ready for the next big thing, or a curious mind eager to explore nature and philosophy, this book is your best non-scientist introduction to quantum mechanics.
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April 24, 2025
What I liked about this book was that it was written in a (relatively) simple and clear way that potentially made the text accessible to anyone, including high school students.
I think the decision to include short biographies of key thinkers was also a good idea, as an understanding of the individuals helps to provide a framework upon which to orientate some of the key ideas.
However, on the issue of the ‘cast’, the standard accounts of Quantum mechanics are almost entirely about European male scientists.Yet, as this book pointed out, all the main figures appear in a photograph of the 1927 Solvay conference. 17 of the 29 individuals in the picture went on to win Noble prizes. But sitting prominently in the front row was Marie Curie, one of the very few people to win 2 Noble prizes. If she was participating in the debates with the well-known figures, did she really have nothing interesting to say in those earliest years of discoveries about Quantum Physics?
One of the things I didn’t appreciate about the book was that it seemed a bit repetitious in places, and the ideas didn’t seem to be developed in the most logical way. For example, in chapter 3 we hear about Geoffrey Taylor’s ‘double slit’ experiments in 1909. (The book acknowledges that Thomas Young pioneered that particular experiment, although it doesn’t tell readers that that was 100 years earlier). Then we are told a little bit more about the double slit experiments in chapter 5 when Shrodinger’s cat is meant to be the focus of that chapter. And it crops up again in other chapters.
The book would have been simpler and easier to follow if it had dealt with each major topic or issue in one main discussion. I lost count of how many times Einstein’s ‘spooky action at a distance’ cropped up in the text, and several of those instances didn’t seem to really add anything to what that particular chapter was meant to be focusing on.
A more substantial issue which raised concerns was the way the book seemed to jump between acknowledging that certain viewpoints are ‘interpretations’ of Quantum Mechanics, (such as the Copenhagen view), while in other places it seemed to state and assume interpretations were matters of fact. For example, chapter 2 (and chapter 7) told us that the ‘observer effect’ has been discovered, as if it is an established fact that people’s observations have causal powers to change reality. Is that really a fact, or is it an interpretation? Similarly in chapter 2 the chapter opened by appealing to branching universes as if Many Worlds was a factual description, rather than a hypothesis.
Where I was most disappointed with the book was where it seemed to merge the Science of Quantum Physics into New Age spirituality. In chapter 7 it made reference to the Law of Attraction and the idea of Manifesting. Those ideas are often described as Pseudo science, especially when they make vague appeals to Quantum Physics to justify equally vague claims that people’s minds can (somehow) attract or manifest alternate realities, simply by thinking. Why are those strange ideas being introduced into a book which is supposed to be about Quantum Physics? Quantum Physics is peculiar enough as it is, without risking confusing its science with pseudo-science
Overall, I thought that this was a good idea for a book, and in places it showed real potential to be an informative and engaging introduction to complex ideas. But repetition of ideas and insufficient clarity mixed with New Age pseudo-science ultimately makes it difficult to recommend the book.
I think the decision to include short biographies of key thinkers was also a good idea, as an understanding of the individuals helps to provide a framework upon which to orientate some of the key ideas.
However, on the issue of the ‘cast’, the standard accounts of Quantum mechanics are almost entirely about European male scientists.Yet, as this book pointed out, all the main figures appear in a photograph of the 1927 Solvay conference. 17 of the 29 individuals in the picture went on to win Noble prizes. But sitting prominently in the front row was Marie Curie, one of the very few people to win 2 Noble prizes. If she was participating in the debates with the well-known figures, did she really have nothing interesting to say in those earliest years of discoveries about Quantum Physics?
One of the things I didn’t appreciate about the book was that it seemed a bit repetitious in places, and the ideas didn’t seem to be developed in the most logical way. For example, in chapter 3 we hear about Geoffrey Taylor’s ‘double slit’ experiments in 1909. (The book acknowledges that Thomas Young pioneered that particular experiment, although it doesn’t tell readers that that was 100 years earlier). Then we are told a little bit more about the double slit experiments in chapter 5 when Shrodinger’s cat is meant to be the focus of that chapter. And it crops up again in other chapters.
The book would have been simpler and easier to follow if it had dealt with each major topic or issue in one main discussion. I lost count of how many times Einstein’s ‘spooky action at a distance’ cropped up in the text, and several of those instances didn’t seem to really add anything to what that particular chapter was meant to be focusing on.
A more substantial issue which raised concerns was the way the book seemed to jump between acknowledging that certain viewpoints are ‘interpretations’ of Quantum Mechanics, (such as the Copenhagen view), while in other places it seemed to state and assume interpretations were matters of fact. For example, chapter 2 (and chapter 7) told us that the ‘observer effect’ has been discovered, as if it is an established fact that people’s observations have causal powers to change reality. Is that really a fact, or is it an interpretation? Similarly in chapter 2 the chapter opened by appealing to branching universes as if Many Worlds was a factual description, rather than a hypothesis.
Where I was most disappointed with the book was where it seemed to merge the Science of Quantum Physics into New Age spirituality. In chapter 7 it made reference to the Law of Attraction and the idea of Manifesting. Those ideas are often described as Pseudo science, especially when they make vague appeals to Quantum Physics to justify equally vague claims that people’s minds can (somehow) attract or manifest alternate realities, simply by thinking. Why are those strange ideas being introduced into a book which is supposed to be about Quantum Physics? Quantum Physics is peculiar enough as it is, without risking confusing its science with pseudo-science
Overall, I thought that this was a good idea for a book, and in places it showed real potential to be an informative and engaging introduction to complex ideas. But repetition of ideas and insufficient clarity mixed with New Age pseudo-science ultimately makes it difficult to recommend the book.
March 5, 2025
This book lacks a clear structure that would help a beginner actually understand quantum physics. Instead of building concepts in a logical progression, it feels like a disconnected collection of articles with no clear links between them. The biographical sections on famous scientists felt more like filler than relevant content, making me wonder if they were added just to pad the page count.
The explanations are so oversimplified that they become vague, failing to provide any real insight. I wasn’t expecting heavy math, but at the very least, some diagrams or visual aids would have helped. Instead, it’s just a dense wall of text that glosses over crucial concepts, reducing complex ideas to shallow summaries.
I wouldn’t recommend this book—it felt like a waste of time. I pushed through more than half of it before giving up, and I honestly don’t feel like I learned anything worthwhile.
The explanations are so oversimplified that they become vague, failing to provide any real insight. I wasn’t expecting heavy math, but at the very least, some diagrams or visual aids would have helped. Instead, it’s just a dense wall of text that glosses over crucial concepts, reducing complex ideas to shallow summaries.
I wouldn’t recommend this book—it felt like a waste of time. I pushed through more than half of it before giving up, and I honestly don’t feel like I learned anything worthwhile.
November 14, 2024
An Accessible Introduction to Quantum Mechanics
This book does a great job of breaking down the complex world of quantum physics into digestible chunks for non-scientists. The key principles and major theories are explained in a straightforward way, making them easier to grasp without overwhelming the reader with technical jargon. While the content is simplified for beginners, I still found myself needing to reread some sections for better understanding. Overall, it’s a solid introduction to the fascinating world of quantum physics, and I’d rate it 4 stars for its clear explanations and approachable format.
This book does a great job of breaking down the complex world of quantum physics into digestible chunks for non-scientists. The key principles and major theories are explained in a straightforward way, making them easier to grasp without overwhelming the reader with technical jargon. While the content is simplified for beginners, I still found myself needing to reread some sections for better understanding. Overall, it’s a solid introduction to the fascinating world of quantum physics, and I’d rate it 4 stars for its clear explanations and approachable format.
March 17, 2025
in full disclosure…
I only got about 3 or 4 pages into The book before I was thoroughly put off by terms & assertions that were presented as established facts, as opposed to curious ideas based on newly performed experiments that were never revealed ( ( !!! ) )
I’ve seen this over & over in books like this that refute any premise of wanting to know ‘why do you think that ? ‘
“Stop asking questions, just believe - You must turn off your brain & just believe !
Sit there quietly with your hands folded in front of you & memorize all this crap we’re spoon feeding into you !
I only got about 3 or 4 pages into The book before I was thoroughly put off by terms & assertions that were presented as established facts, as opposed to curious ideas based on newly performed experiments that were never revealed ( ( !!! ) )
I’ve seen this over & over in books like this that refute any premise of wanting to know ‘why do you think that ? ‘
“Stop asking questions, just believe - You must turn off your brain & just believe !
Sit there quietly with your hands folded in front of you & memorize all this crap we’re spoon feeding into you !
May 2, 2025
Quantum Physics Simplified
If you've ever been curious about quantum physics but felt lost in complicated words and math, this book is perfect for you. It explains big ideas like entanglement, wave-particle duality, and Schrödinger’s Cat in a fun, easy way. You'll learn about famous scientists, cool experiments, and even how quantum shows up in everyday tech. A great read for beginners who want to understand the weird and wonderful world of quantum mechanics.
If you've ever been curious about quantum physics but felt lost in complicated words and math, this book is perfect for you. It explains big ideas like entanglement, wave-particle duality, and Schrödinger’s Cat in a fun, easy way. You'll learn about famous scientists, cool experiments, and even how quantum shows up in everyday tech. A great read for beginners who want to understand the weird and wonderful world of quantum mechanics.
March 2, 2025
Not a good book on the topic. I see some effort in trying to simplify complex topics, but the structure of the book is messy. Every chapter seems to introduce something, but it never goes deep enough to help build a foundation on quantum physics.
March 10, 2025
This is another AI scam. A very repetitive book, clearly written by summarizing a bunch of Wikipedia articles.
It won’t give you any real knowledge of Quantum Mechanics. I suggest investing your time in watching a couple of YouTube videos on the topic or picking a different book instead.
It won’t give you any real knowledge of Quantum Mechanics. I suggest investing your time in watching a couple of YouTube videos on the topic or picking a different book instead.
February 16, 2025
Another AI-written book. This is full of repetitions; it never discusses a topic more than a few lines, and it constantly jumps from one thing to another. Terrible.
March 1, 2025
AI book, reads like a bunch of Wikipedia articles. Extremely repetitive.
March 29, 2025
Finally a book I could understand!
I have tried to read other books introducing quantum physics. I would try understanding but it was just to complicated. This book explains the theories and uses everyday examples that really help with understanding. Thanks,
I have tried to read other books introducing quantum physics. I would try understanding but it was just to complicated. This book explains the theories and uses everyday examples that really help with understanding. Thanks,
July 19, 2025
i stopped reading when it said general relativity came before special relativity and that E=mc^2 proves GR 💀
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