Six Easy Pieces distills the six most accessible chapters from The Feynman Lectures on Physics, taught by Nobel laureate Richard P. Feynman at Caltech. Atoms, energy, gravitation, quantum behaviour and the relation of physics to everything else — explained with unmatched clarity, wit and infectious wonder.
Why This Book Endures
- No mathematics background required for the big ideas
- Feynman’s famously joyful teaching style
- The perfect entry point to modern physics
- Pairs perfectly with its sequel, Six Not-So-Easy Pieces
Book Details
| Title | Six Easy Pieces |
| Authors | Richard P. Feynman, Robert B. Leighton, Matthew Sands |
| Publisher | Basic Books |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| ISBN-13 | 9780465025275 |
| Genre | Popular Science / Physics |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of Six Easy Pieces in India?
₹489 for a new English paperback at TheBooksTank.
Do I need a physics background?
No — these chapters need no equations to appreciate.
Is this the complete Feynman Lectures?
No — it's the six-chapter distillation of the full three-volume course.
Who should read it?
Students, science enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the universe.
Will I receive a brand-new copy?
Yes — every order from TheBooksTank ships brand-new, carefully packed to arrive in perfect condition.
What if my book arrives damaged?
Contact our support within 48 hours with a photo and we will arrange a free replacement — no hassle.
Is Six Not-So-Easy Pieces also available?
Yes — check our listings; it covers relativity and symmetry topics.
Are there illustrations?
Yes — the book includes original lecture illustrations.
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What Readers Say
★ 4.20/5 on Goodreads (31,800+ ratings, 1,400+ reviews) · From the legendary Feynman Lectures on Physics
★★★★★ “Six Easy Pieces is a delightful read — even for readers who aren’t scientifically inclined! Feynman had a knack for explaining complicated topics in a simple, straightforward and entertaining manner”
— Amazon customer · Amazon ★★★★★
★★★★★ “This book explains some basic concepts in physics so well that even someone who doesn’t like physics might enjoy it! Feynman, like all great teachers, understands his subject so well that he can explain it in clear, simple terms”
— Amazon customer · Amazon ★★★★★
★★★★★ “Feynman was a great teacher. His enthusiasm could captivate anyone, even in written words, and I always find myself listening to his enthusiastic voice inside my head”
— Goodreads reviewer · Goodreads ★★★★★
★★★★★ “I’ve read about things like Heisenberg’s Uncertainty Principle or the ‘double-slit’ experiment many times before, but this is actually the first time that I really got it. For that, I cannot recommend the book enough”
— Goodreads reviewer · Goodreads ★★★★★
★★★★★ “If you have heard about the ‘weirdness’ of quantum mechanics but don’t know what the hype is about, look no further than chapter six. Feynman compares the behavior of ‘lumps’ to ‘waves’ — and the outcome might surprise you”
— Goodreads reviewer · Goodreads ★★★★★
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