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Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!

eng. Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! · 1985
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Interesting Facts

  • Richard Feynman was not only an outstanding physicist but also a talented artist. He even exhibited his works under the pseudonym Ofey.
  • Feynman participated in the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project and was one of the youngest scientists on the team.
  • He was known for his unusual approach to teaching and often used humor and unconventional methods to make complex concepts more accessible.
  • Feynman was an avid bongo player and even performed with professional musicians.
  • He had an incredible ability for self-learning and once taught himself Portuguese to give a lecture in Brazil.
  • Feynman was known for his skepticism and critical thinking, which helped him uncover the causes of the Challenger shuttle disaster.
Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 14 July 2024
———Original titleeng. Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! · 1985