{"product_id":"dont-you-have-time-to-think","title":"Don't You Have Time to Think?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDon't You Have Time to Think?\u003c\/i\u003e is an extraordinary collection of the personal correspondence of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard P. Feynman. This compilation brings to light the depth of Feynman's character, showcasing his intellect, wit, and boundless exuberance for life. Through these letters, which span various topics and recipients, readers gain an intimate glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century’s most brilliant and unconventional scientists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Feynman was renowned for his brilliant contributions to quantum mechanics and particle physics, as well as his unconventional methods and vibrant personality. Beyond the chalkboards of academia, Feynman’s genius found expression in many forms. He was known for giving captivating lectures, writing equations on napkins in casual settings, and always possessing a free-spirited nature that challenged the status quo. His correspondence, now collected for the first time in this volume, reveals the heart and soul of a man who impacted countless lives through his work and humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the pages of \u003ci\u003eDon't You Have Time to Think?\u003c\/i\u003e, you will find Feynman's thoughts on a diverse array of subjects. From practical advice imparted to enthusiastic students to deep discussions on complex topics like time travel and the atom bomb, Feynman’s letters are a testament to his wide-ranging curiosity and passion. The book also includes heartfelt communications with his first wife as she faced terminal illness, bringing forth a poignant and personal aspect of Feynman that unveils his profound capacity for love and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection has garnered high praise from both critics and readers alike. The \u003cem\u003eGuardian\u003c\/em\u003e describes Feynman as a “Nobel-winning physicist, expert bongo-player, safe-cracker and all-round genius,” highlighting this compilation as a “wonderful and inspiring collection” that records him to be a “champion letter-writer” who is “witty, deadpan, [and] warm … some are unbearably poignant.” The \u003cem\u003eDaily Telegraph\u003c\/em\u003e features it as “Plain-speaking ... touching,” while the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e emphasizes how Feynman \"sparked excitement not just about science but also about the power of creativity, passion, curiosity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOffering an unprecedented look into the personal views and everyday interactions of a groundbreaking thinker, \u003ci\u003eDon't You Have Time to Think?\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and mind of Richard P. Feynman. In addition to this volume, Feynman’s other works, also available through Penguin, include \u003ci\u003eQED\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSix Easy Pieces\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSix Not-so-Easy Pieces\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Pleasure of Finding Things Out\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWhat Do You Care What Other People Think?\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Meaning of it All\u003c\/i\u003e. These works continue to inspire and ignite curiosity in new generations of readers and thinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45745113170156,"sku":"9780141021133","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141021133.jpg?v=1726669666","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/dont-you-have-time-to-think","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}