Physics demystified

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John Gribbin

John Gribbin has collected the answer to everything you need to know about the quantum world - the place where most of the greatest scientific advances of the twentieth century have been made. This reference begins with a thorough introduction setting out the current state of knowledge in particle physics. Gribbin blends articles on the structure of particles and their interactions, accounts of the theoretical breakthroughs in quantum mechanics and their practical applications, and entertaining biographies of the scientists who have blazed the trail of discovery. In a special section, "Timelines," key dates in our quest to understand the quantum world are mapped out alongside landmarks in world history and the history of science. Q is for Quantum is an essential companion for anyone interested in particle physics.

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Michael Stone and Paul Goldbart

An engagingly-written account of mathematical tools and ideas, this book provides a graduate-level introduction to the mathematics used in research in physics.

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A.J. Leggett

This book aims to give the non-specialist reader a general overview of what physicists think they do and do not know in some representative frontier areas of contemporary physics. It focuses on the fundamental problems at the heart of the subject, and emphasizes the provisional nature of our present understanding of things.

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J. David Ligon

"The Evolution of Avian Breeding Systems deals with some of the most conspicuous and fascinating aspects of the reproductive biology of birds: sexual selection, mating systems, and their links with parental care. Ever since Darwin's work on sexual selection, birds have provided much of the stimulus for study of these interrelated topics." "This is the first book to combine the themes of sexual selection, parental care, and mating systems, and to focus exclusively on birds. It will be welcomed by researchers and students in animal behaviour and ornithology with an interest in avian breeding systems. It is beautifully illustrated throughout with line drawings by Mike Ramos."--Jacket.