logo

PDF

play audio
Play Sample
00:00
00:00

Information

cover

Author: Ralph Leighton

Narrator: Ryan

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780393355628

Language: English

Publish Date: 06/02/2018

Audiobook length: 31 min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
play audio
Play Sample
bookey
downAndUnlock
install code

Scan to Download

Chapter 2A vigorous curiosity
play audio
Chapter 3A young mind that never gave up
play audio
Chapter 4The physicist who“fiddled around”
play audio
Chapter 5A principled life
play audio
Chapter 6Summary & Review
play audio

Readers Also Enjoyed Summary Audiobook
down

prev
How the Mind Works

How the Mind Works

The Annotated Charlotte's Web

The Annotated Charlotte's Web

'Natasha

'Natasha

Irrational Exuberance

Irrational Exuberance

The Sea Wolves

The Sea Wolves

The Home Edit

The Home Edit

next

Why listen to Surely you are joking, Mr. Feynman

Listening to the summary audiobook of "Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!" by Ralph Leighton offers a concise yet engaging glimpse into the life of the iconic physicist Richard Feynman. It captures his whimsical and inquisitive nature, highlighting his unique perspectives on science, curiosity, and the importance of questioning the status quo. This summary provides not only a quick and accessible way to appreciate Feynman's philosophy and humor but also inspires listeners to embrace their own curiosity and creative thinking in both personal and professional realms.

Author : Ralph Leighton

Ralph Leighton was the Feynman’s friend’s son, and Feynman’s pandeiro playing partner. He was responsible for recording these interesting stories, and subsequently organizing them into this book. Richard P. Feynman, the protagonist, was a great physicist who appeared in the scene after Albert Einstein. In 1965, he won the Nobel Prize in Physics and contributed immensely to the physics community through his research and the theories he developed.

Key Insights from Surely you are joking, Mr. Feynman

  • The book showcases Richard Feynman's extraordinary curiosity and unabashed questioning of the world around him, emphasizing the importance of free thought in science. Feynman's experiences highlight that the pursuit of knowledge is not only about academic achievements but also about the joy of exploration and discovery.
  • Feynman's unconventional approach to learning and teaching reveals that education should be engaging and fun, rather than merely rote memorization. His stories underscore the value of hands-on experience and practical experimentation in understanding complex concepts.
  • The narrative illustrates the significance of skepticism and critical thinking in both scientific inquiry and everyday life. Feynman’s anecdotes remind us that not everything can be taken at face value, and that questioning assumptions is crucial for genuine understanding.
logo

Brief In, Brilliance Out

Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com