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Richard Feynman

Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!: Adventures of a Curious Character

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1985

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Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!: Adventures of a Curious Character is a memoir by Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman, recounted through lively anecdotes that showcase his reputation as an adventurous and eccentric thinker. From his early experiments and practical jokes to his contributions to the Manhattan Project and his unconventional teaching methods at Caltech, Feynman’s story highlights his insatiable curiosity and love for both science and humanistic pursuits.

Reviews & Readership

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Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! by Richard Feynman is widely praised for its engaging and humorous narrative, capturing the brilliance and eccentricity of the physicist. Readers appreciate the book's wit and insight into scientific curiosity. However, some find the anecdotes disjointed and feel they do not form a coherent storyline. Overall, it offers a compelling glimpse into the mind of a genius.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!?

Readers who relish humorous, intellectually stimulating anecdotes from a Nobel Prize-winning physicist will enjoy Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!. Comparable to A Brief History of Time and Genius, it's ideal for fans of engaging science narratives enriched with personal stories.

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Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Topics

Science / Nature

Technology

History: World

Genre

Humor

Biography

Themes

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology

Society: Education

Natural World: Appearance & Reality