The Meaning of Relativity by Albert Einstein Paperback Book

Description: The Meaning of Relativity by Albert Einstein The lectures in this volume were given in 1921, the same year Einstein received the Nobel Prize for Physics. They remain key texts for anyone wishing to discover the workings of one of the most inspiring minds of the 20th century. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The world would be a very different place if it were not for Albert Einstein. Like Newton and Galileo before him, this remarkable scientist changed forever mankinds understanding of the universe. In 1921, five years after proclaiming his general theory of relativity, Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in recognition of his remarkable achievements. In the same year he travelled to the United States to give four lectures that consolidated his theory and sought to explain its meaning to a new audience. These lectures were published the following year as The Meaning of Relativity, which he revised with each new edition until his death. It remains a key work for anyone wishing to discover at first hand the workings of one of the most inspiring minds of the twentieth century. Notes An introduction to the theory of Relativity by the man himself. Back Cover The world would be a very different place if it were not for Albert Einstein. Like Newton and Galileo before him, this remarkable scientist changed forever mankinds understanding of the universe. In 1921, five years after proclaiming his general theory of relativity, Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize for Physics in recognition of his remarkable achievements. In the same year he travelled to the United States to give four lectures that consolidated his theory and sought to explain its meaning to a new audience. These lectures were published the following year as The Meaning of Relativity , which he revised with each new edition until his death. It remains a key work for anyone wishing to discover at first hand the workings of one of the most inspiring minds of the twentieth century. Author Biography Albert Einstein (1879-1955). Described in his obituary in The Times as the greatest scientist of modern times. Table of Contents Space and Time in Pre-Relativity Physics. The Theory of Special Relativity. The General Theory of Relativity. Appendix I On the Cosmologic Problem. Appendix II Relativistic Theory of the Non-Symmetric Field. Index Review Einsteins little book serves as an excellent tying together of loose ends and as a broad survey of the subject. -- Physics Today Details ISBN0415285887 Author Albert Einstein Pages 192 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Routledge Classics ISBN-10 0415285887 ISBN-13 9780415285889 Format Paperback Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from German DEWEY 530.11 Illustrations index Birth 1879 Death 1955 Edition 1st Media Book Residence Munich, GW Short Title MEANING OF RELATIVITY REV/E Edition Description Revised Year 2003 Publication Date 2003-02-06 UK Release Date 2003-02-06 AU Release Date 2003-02-06 NZ Release Date 2003-02-06 Alternative 9781138171190 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160596766;

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