Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!

Brief Overview

«Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!» is an autobiographical book written by Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman in collaboration with Ralph Leighton. In it, Feynman shares the remarkable adventures of his life, both professional and personal. Readers encounter stories of his childhood in Far Rockaway, his work on the Manhattan Project, and his teaching experiences at Cornell and the California Institute of Technology. Feynman is known for his unique personality, love of jokes, and adventures, which make his stories both captivating and enlightening. The book describes his expeditions to remote corners of the world, his passion for playing the bongo drums and painting, along with many other fascinating tales that showcase Feynman's distinctive way of thinking and philosophy of life.