A fascinating account of the development of quantum theory and emergence of quantum information theory.
Written for those interested in the fundamental questions of physics, this book is a fascinating account of the development of quantum theory. This second edition has been extensively revised and updated to cover recent developments and include new findings. A substantial new chapter is devoted to the emergence of quantum information theory as one of the fastest growing areas of twenty-first century science. This edition also covers in detail developments in the experimental and theoretical study of Bell's Theorem.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
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.
