What is Physics? The Modern Physics Chapter

◎ Editor's Recommendation
An excellent general education course in physics
Understand the world through the lens of physics
Experience every step of building the edifice of physics
Understand how physicists think
Recommended by Ji Shisan, Li Yongle, Li Jianlong, Wang Bo, Zhou Siyi, and Mu Ming
"We only see the magnificent edifice, but not what it looked like before the scaffolding was removed." – Physics is not a static cross-section; get close to it and see what the edifice of physics looked like before the scaffolding was removed. Understand some trans-era debates and some belated innovations.
◎ Special Recommendation
This is a highly insightful popular science book on physics, like an interesting guide leading you into the world of physics, gradually making you fall in love with it. The book covers many concepts in physics, from basic concepts like sound, light, force, and electricity, to concepts of space-time and the mysteries of the universe, gradually revealing the mysteries of physics.
—Li Yongle, Popular Science Expert
The author displays an ambition rarely seen among Chinese popular science writers, conveying both classic and cutting-edge physics knowledge with such a grand perspective. From everyday phenomena to cosmic laws, this set of books reveals the core ideas of physics in clear language, and also shows how physics interprets the world around us with its unique perspective and methods.
—Ji Shisan, Founder and CEO of Guokr
If the physical world is a forest with countless forks, this book is a map that gives clear directions in concise language. The book covers the most important questions in physics, with clear层次 and appropriate detail. Upon first reading, there is a sense of intimate storytelling, and upon re-reading, one can appreciate the author's power and lingering charm. This book is very suitable to keep on one's desk, to be read repeatedly, constantly offering new insights, and savoring the beauty of physics in its layered progression.
—Wang Bo, Chip Research Expert, Popular Science Writer
It is no exaggeration to say that this set of books presents us with a wonderful visual feast. It simplifies complex and abstract concepts in a step-by-step manner, telling us how physics became what it is today. It is perfectly described as a successful practice of the Feynman learning method. It is highly recommended for young people.
—Zhou Siyi, Associate Professor at Chongqing University, Popular Science Influencer with Millions of Followers
Physics has two narrative logics. One is to dogmatize and sanctify physical laws, emphasizing that they have been verified by countless experiments. The other is to regard physical laws as works gradually crafted by multiple artisans, emphasizing how they evolved from an embryo into an excellent work. The former narrative is commonplace in popular science works. Therefore, the latter narrative adopted by Dr. Zhao Zhi is particularly valuable.
—Li Jianlong, PhD in Theoretical Physics from Zhejiang University, Popular Science Author, Founder of Sheldon Comics
In popular science works, attempting to outline the way of thinking and core concepts of a discipline is by no means easy. This requires not only the author's deep understanding of the discipline itself, but also a free and open writing mindset. Among a host of popular science works that present knowledge as a spectacle, this set of books is a brave and unique attempt. With rare sincerity and earnestness, the author endeavors to build a solid path of thought for readers by tracing the history of the evolution of physical concepts.
—Mu Ming, renowned science fiction writer
◎ Content Introduction
This book offers an excellent general education course in physics for young people, divided into two volumes: Classical Physics and Modern Physics. The book begins with basic concepts such as time and space, and builds relatively complex concepts such as mass, energy, and momentum based on core ideas such as the particle universe view and mechanical logic. Within this framework, the book explains intuitive phenomena in daily life with simple principles and formulas, gradually constructing an edifice of physics. The author uses vivid and accessible language to describe every step of building this edifice of physics, helping us understand how physicists think and how physics has evolved into what it is today through step-by-step practice. In this progressive manner, the book conveys the basic logic and methods of thinking in physics to readers.
This book is suitable for all readers interested in physics.

2024-03-01

人民邮电出版社

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