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The Theoretical Minimum
What You Need to Know to Start Doing Physics
Book • 2014
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to classical mechanics, including dynamical systems, vectors, calculus, Lagrangian mechanics, Hamiltonian mechanics, and electromagnetism.
It is designed for those serious about learning physics and is part of the 'The Theoretical Minimum' series based on Stanford Continuing Studies courses taught by Leonard Susskind.
The book aims to equip readers with the basic mathematical toolkit necessary to understand and engage with theoretical physics.
It is designed for those serious about learning physics and is part of the 'The Theoretical Minimum' series based on Stanford Continuing Studies courses taught by Leonard Susskind.
The book aims to equip readers with the basic mathematical toolkit necessary to understand and engage with theoretical physics.
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Mentioned in 7 episodes
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Scott Aaronson as a really nice book for people who want the basics of quantum mechanics.
Scott Aaronson as a really nice book for people who want the basics of quantum mechanics.
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#119: Quantum Computing, Complexity Theory, P vs. NP, AI & Consciousness ft. Scott Aaronson
Mentioned by Sean Carroll in relation to Leonard Susskind's work on teaching science.
AMA | June 2022
Recommended by Stephon Alexander as a good resource for building a foundation in theoretical physics.
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Recommended by Brian Keating as a great series to learn about the physical world.
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Mentioned by Sean Carroll as a comparison to his book, focusing on a standard physics curriculum.
AMA | February 2022
Mentioned by Sean Carroll when discussing the challenges of typesetting equations in electronic books, contrasting them with Susskind's approach in "The Theoretical Minimum".
AMA | December 2021
Mentioned by Sean Carroll as another analogous book to his series, contrasting Susskind's more traditional approach to introductory physics.
AMA | November 2021
Recommended by Melody as an accessible introduction to physics for those without a strong math background.
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