Synopses & Reviews
This book explores the debate between Einstein and Bohr in the 1920s and 1930s about their interpretations of the quantum theory.
Synopsis
The debate between Bohr and Einstein, which raged in the 1920s and 1930s, involved the two greatest physicists of the twentieth century. The debate concerned the quantum theory, probably the most successful physical theory of all time, and this book explores the details of the conflict, as well as its significance for contemporary views on the foundations of quantum theory.
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A fascinating account of the development of quantum theory and emergence of quantum information theory.
Synopsis
Written for those interested in the fundamental questions of physics, this book provides a fascinating account of the development of quantum theory. Revised and updated to cover recent developments, this second edition devotes a substantial new chapter to the development and structure of quantum information theory.
Table of Contents
1. Bohr and Einstein: Einstein and Bohr; 2. The peace before the quantum; 3. A glance at relativity; 4. The slow rise of the quantum; 5. Bohr: what does it all mean?; 6. Einstein's negative views; 7. Bohm, Bell and experimental philosophy; 8. A round-up of recent developments; 9. Quantum information theory - an introduction; 10. Bohr or Einstein?; References; Bibliography.