Feynman's Rainbow

In Feynman's Rainbow Leonard Mlodinow offers a lively, personal exploration of physicist Richard Feynman and the role of aesthetic judgment in science and in life. Combining biography, interviews, archival research, and the authors own reflections, the book portrays Feynman as a brilliant teacher, playful iconoclast, and seeker of elegant explanations, while examining how a sense of beauty helps guide theory choice, sparks insight, and enriches human understanding. Accessible and engaging, the narrative blends science history and philosophical reflection to celebrate curiosity, creativity, and the pleasures of making sense of the world. First published May 1, 2003.