The lectures are described as a high-quality work of brilliant quality, but not recommended for contemporary undergraduate studies due to outdated methods. The content is praised for its first-rate quality.
This review highlights the brilliance and high quality of The Feynman Lectures on Physics, noting that it is a first-rate resource. However, it cautions that the methods and approaches used in the lectures are outdated and may not be suitable for current undergraduate studies. The reviewer emphasizes that while the content is excellent, it may not align with modern academic requirements. The lectures are seen as a valuable historical and intellectual resource, but one that should be approached with an understanding of its context.
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A high-quality work for the undergraduate of brilliant quality.
First rate stuff, but DO NOT READ if you want to get a good degree these days, since the methods ...
These lectures are a great, in some ways unique resource for both physics students and working physicists.