Are the Feynman Lectures on Physics books good?

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The "Feynman Lectures on Physics" are highly regarded for their unique approach to teaching physics, offering deep insights and fostering a strong physical intuition. However, they are not designed as textbooks for problem-solving or exam preparation. While they can inspire and enhance understanding of fundamental concepts, they lack the structured exercises and examples typical of standard physics textbooks, making them less suitable for students seeking to improve grades or solve specific problems.Readers with a solid background in physics may find the lectures enriching, but beginners or those without prior knowledge might struggle with the material. The lectures are often recommended as supplementary reading rather than primary resources for learning physics. They provide a broad perspective and can help develop a conceptual understanding, but they should be paired with traditional textbooks for effective learning.Overall, while the Feynman Lectures are celebrated for their educational value and engaging style, they are best utilized alongside more conventional resources to ensure a comprehensive grasp of physics.
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Ki Man said:
i went to the bookstore and although i didnt find the volumes (or maybe they were the volumes but i didn't notice) and i got 6 easy pieces and 6 not so easy pieces. any recommendations on reading?

Yes, don't read out loud as this is slower. Don't move your mouth when you read, simply think it in your mind, this will also save time. If you don't understand something it may be a good idea to go back a few paragraphs. Don't read when tired or hungry. Have fun.
 
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So would you guys say that the PBS series "THe MEchanical Universe" might be more appropriate for the T.S. to review? I always found that series to be extremely helpful, mainly because its visual. I also always loved the back stories of the giants of Physics. When I took lower-div E and M I had some trouble understanding it, but the series really helped me out to understand the material.

Haven't read the Feynman Lectures, though I do have them on my comp. Maybe I should check them out this summer as I review my lower div physics.
 
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Is all the material up to date? Does he teach any currently incorrect concepts?
 
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lrl4565 said:
Is all the material up to date? Does he teach any currently incorrect concepts?

The basics of the subject haven't changed much at all since the 60s. Some things are done a bit eccentrically (relativity with no metric, for example), but I can't think of anything that is wrong or harmful.
 

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