New Perspectives in Physics (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover how de Broglie, Einstein and their peers transformed our view of light and matter, forever changing physics.

The book traces the birth of wave-particle duality and the rise of quantum thinking. It blends historical context with the ideas that challenged classical physics, showing how light quanta, waves and particles became a single, unified picture. Readable and insightful, it connects famous experiments and key debates to the modern understanding of matter at the smallest scales.

From the early theories of light to the daring proposals that reshaped atomic theory, this edition illuminates the people, proofs and turning points that moved physics forward. It offers a clear narrative of how theory and experiment together unlocked a new view of reality.

• Context for major discoveries and the scientists behind them
• Clear explanations of wave-particle duality and its consequences
• Connections between relativity, quantum theory and atomic structure
• Accessible bios and anecdotes that bring complex ideas to life

Ideal for readers curious about the history and foundations of quantum physics, and for anyone seeking a concise overview of how these ideas transformed science.

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