The meaning of quantum theory
by J. E. Baggott · first published 1992
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For a longer exposition that also covers the historical context more deeply, Jim Baggott's "The Meaning of Quantum Theory: A Guide For Students Of Chemistry and Physics" covers Bell's Theorem in Chapter 4 and also requires only basic knowledge of calculus.
on “Physicists demonstrate new way to violate local causality” ↗…"Calculus Reordered" and John Stillwell's "Mathematics and it's history" and can recommend both. For physics the field is so wide it's hard to pinpoint where to start. On Quantum Physics Jim Baggot's "The meaning of Quantum Theory" is the best introductory text by any measure for "mediacore academics" like myself. It tries to hand hold the reader through the firs steps of the historical evolution of quantum theory and why quantum…
on “Ask HN: Any recommendation for a good History of Science book?” ↗…Experimentalist Approach: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/110706399X/ If one wants to get into some of the philosophy about it, then try: Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: An Exploration of the Physical Meaning of Quantum Theory https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/3319658662
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