: They introduce quantum mechanics to fix the Drude model, then show that even this isn't enough.
: A popular piece of physics lore mentions that Lev Landau ranked physicists on a logarithmic scale (Newton at 0, Einstein at 1); Mermin reportedly placed himself at 4.5. 4. Legacy vs. Modernity Ashcroft and Mermin
The text is celebrated for making abstract mathematical constructs tangible for physicists: : They introduce quantum mechanics to fix the