Quantum mechanics is the key to modern physics and chemistry, yet it is notoriously difficult to understand. This book is designed to overcome that obstacle. Clear and concise, it provides an easily readable introduction intended for science undergraduates with no previous knowledge of quantum theory, leading them through to the advanced topics usually encountered at the final year level.

Although the subject matter is standard, novel techniques have been employed that considerably simplify the technical presentation. The authors use their extensive experience of teaching and popularizing science to explain the many difficult, abstract points of the subject in easily comprehensible language. Helpful examples and thorough sets of exercises are also given to enable students to master the subject.

About the Author
Macquarie University, Australia University of Sussex, UK

Reviews

"...a very useful, readable, and relatively inexpensive technical introduction to the subject."
-Roger Penrose, THES

"I do not know of anyone who has put the essence of quantum mechanics more clearly, more understandable, more soundly, and more compactly than Professor Davis."
-Professor J.A. Wheeler, University of Texas at Austin

Book Information
ISBN 9780748744466
Author Paul C.W. Davies
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Nelson Thornes Ltd
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 249g