The Physicists View of Nature, Part 1

Focusing on classical physics, the book traces its evolution from early thinkers like Descartes and Galileo to Einstein's relativity theories. It highlights the emergence of a materialist and deterministic perspective and examines the significant impact of Newtonian physics on various scientific disciplines and society at large. Additionally, it addresses the limitations of the classical worldview and introduces concepts from quantum physics, providing a comprehensive overview suitable for students fulfilling science requirements.