Vignettes in Physics is intended for those interested in science and who would like to get a broad perspective without being loaded with a lot of technical details. Though directed at the young, the readership can be of all ages and tastes, provided there is a basic interest in science. Written in the spirit of the Feynman lectures, the series (comprising 12 books on diverse topics in physics) is intended to arouse curiosity and inspire the young student towards a career in science. A large number of anecdotes, vividly describing some of the most breathtaking moments of discovery, are included. A series by Venkataraman, G.