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The Principles of Quantum Theory, from Planck's Quanta to the Higgs Boson. The Nature of Quantum Reality and the Spirit of Copenhagen.
Arkady Plotnitsky
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Description for The Principles of Quantum Theory, from Planck's Quanta to the Higgs Boson. The Nature of Quantum Reality and the Spirit of Copenhagen.
Hardback. Num Pages: 347 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PDA; PHQ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 684.
The book considers foundational thinking in quantum theory, focusing on the role the fundamental principles and principle thinking there, including thinking that leads to the invention of new principles, which is, the book contends, one of the ultimate achievements of theoretical thinking in physics and beyond. The focus on principles, prominent during the rise and in the immediate aftermath of quantum theory, has been uncommon in more recent discussions and debates concerning it. The book argues, however, that exploring the fundamental principles and principle thinking is exceptionally helpful in addressing the key issues at stake in quantum foundations and the ... Read more
The book considers foundational thinking in quantum theory, focusing on the role the fundamental principles and principle thinking there, including thinking that leads to the invention of new principles, which is, the book contends, one of the ultimate achievements of theoretical thinking in physics and beyond. The focus on principles, prominent during the rise and in the immediate aftermath of quantum theory, has been uncommon in more recent discussions and debates concerning it. The book argues, however, that exploring the fundamental principles and principle thinking is exceptionally helpful in addressing the key issues at stake in quantum foundations and the ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
347
Condition
New
Number of Pages
313
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
ISBN
9783319320663
SKU
V9783319320663
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99-15
Reviews for The Principles of Quantum Theory, from Planck's Quanta to the Higgs Boson. The Nature of Quantum Reality and the Spirit of Copenhagen.
“Through eight chapters, he introduces basic concepts of causality, randomness, locality, and probability. There is some advanced mathematics, a reference section, and a helpful index. Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students and faculty.” (N. Sadanand, Choice, Vol. 54 (9), May, 2017)