- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; illustrated edition edition (10 Jun 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0764583484
- ISBN-13: 978-0764583483
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 18.6 x 2.1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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Genius demystified, the Dummies way!
In 1905, Albert Einstein revolutionized modern physics with his theory of relativity. He went on to become a twentieth–century icon–a man whose name and face are synonymous with "genius." Now, at last, ordinary readers can explore Einstein′s life and work in this new For Dummies guide. Physicist Carlos Calle chronicles Einstein′s career and explains his work–including the theories of special and general relativity–in language that anyone can understand. He shows how Einstein′s discoveries affected everything from the development of the atom bomb to the theory of quantum mechanics. He sheds light on Einstein′s personal life and beliefs, including his views on religion and politics. And he shows how Einstein′s work continues to affect our world today, from nuclear power to space travel to artificial intelligence.
In 1905, Albert Einstein revolutionized modern physics with his theory of relativity. He went on to become a twentieth–century icon–a man whose name and face are synonymous with "genius." Now, at last, ordinary readers can explore Einstein′s life and work in this new For Dummies guide. Physicist Carlos Calle chronicles Einstein′s career and explains his work–including the theories of special and general relativity–in language that anyone can understand. He shows how Einstein′s discoveries affected everything from the development of the atom bomb to the theory of quantum mechanics. He sheds light on Einstein′s personal life and beliefs, including his views on religion and politics. And he shows how Einstein′s work continues to affect our world today, from nuclear power to space travel to artificial intelligence.
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Understand his theories of special and general relativity
The genius of Einstein demystified the Dummies Way®!
Eager to understand Einstein? This fun, accessible guide clearly explains his amazing theories and the tremendous impact of his discoveries on contemporary life and science. You get a glimpse into Einstein′s personal life and beliefs, as well as an overview of the main events that shaped his ideas and laid the groundwork for his accomplishments.
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- Einstein′s thoughts and motivations
- The scientists who influenced his work
- His connection to the nuclear bomb
- Einstein′s greatest blunder
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After giving birth to her only son in 1879, Albert Einstein's young mother thought for a moment that he was "a monster." Read the first page
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After giving birth to her only son in 1879, Albert Einstein's young mother thought for a moment that he was "a monster." Read the first page
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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This book is a wonderful summary of the story of modern physics without using a single equation. The many new ideas that were introduced into physics in the 20th century are explained clearly with easy-to-follow diagrams and many analogies from everyday life. If you were always afraid that physics is way over your head this book is for you!
In addition to the physics the reader is also introduced to Einstein the man, they way he lived and the way he thought. Although some controversial points are smoothed over or skipped the reader still gets a good picture of the genius at work, his trials and tribulations and yes, his mistakes as well.
The book was written with lazy readers in mind. If you like to skip right to a specific chapter, the book is written with many repetitions of basic ideas and cross references to earlier sections where various ideas are explained, so you can start reading at any chapter.
An excellent book for the non-physicist.
In addition to the physics the reader is also introduced to Einstein the man, they way he lived and the way he thought. Although some controversial points are smoothed over or skipped the reader still gets a good picture of the genius at work, his trials and tribulations and yes, his mistakes as well.
The book was written with lazy readers in mind. If you like to skip right to a specific chapter, the book is written with many repetitions of basic ideas and cross references to earlier sections where various ideas are explained, so you can start reading at any chapter.
An excellent book for the non-physicist.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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This is a very good book if you want to get to grips with special and general theory of relitivity! came 2 weeks late but overall this was a very good purchase! :)
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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A great insight into Einstein. Easy to follow and understand. No formulas or maths which is great for the beginner. However it mentions effects of for example relativity when travelling at a certain percentage of the speed of light. It doesn't tell the reader how these results were obtained.
It delves into the history physics and the history of Einstein which is all very interesting.
I would recommend this for a beginner but also interesting for someone more experienced.
A good book, easy to read.
It delves into the history physics and the history of Einstein which is all very interesting.
I would recommend this for a beginner but also interesting for someone more experienced.
A good book, easy to read.
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I bought this as a joke present for my friend's birthday, he liked it and it arrived in perfect condition and on time. Thanks very much.
Published 2 months ago by Ashley
Energetic read
Not finished reading yet but quite enjoyable read.
Covers einsteins life, not just his theories. Tells of his early life and schooling and how he became interested in physics.
Covers einsteins life, not just his theories. Tells of his early life and schooling and how he became interested in physics.
Published 5 months ago by Mr. G. Mellor
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