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Learn the basics of the wonderful world of Physics through Leonard Susskind and George Hrabovsky’s The Theoretical Minimum: What You Need to Know to Start Doing Physics. Summary of the Book Not all of us can boast a knowledge of Physics. It seems scary and too complex to understand. However, this book seeks to put that idea to the test. In its pages, readers will discover the world of physics from its roots. You don’t need calculus to start reading, the authors give readers all they need to learn from the basics. Discover how to think like a physicist, and enjoy the knowledge of topics such as gravitation, inertia, motion, electromagnetic fields and chaos theory. Readers will walk away more educated and knowledgeable about the world, and its wonders. About the Authors Leonard Susskind is an American academician and physicist, currently the Felix Bloch Professor of Theoretical Physics at Stanford University, and Director of the Stanford Institute for Theoretical Physics. A specialist in string theory, quantum field theory, quantum statistical mechanics and quantum cosmology, Dr. Susskind has formerly worked at Yeshiva University and the University of Tel Aviv. Dr. Susskind is considered one of the pioneers of string theory and is best known for his series of Stanford Continuing Studies courses about modern physics on which this book is based. George Hrabovsky is an American physicist and scientist.