The Formative Years of Relativity: The History and Meaning of Einstein's Princet

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE The Formative Years of Relativity by Hanoch Gutfreund, JÜrgen Renn First published in 1922 and based on lectures delivered in May 1921, Albert Einsteins The Meaning of Relativity offered an overview and explanation of the then new and controversial theory of relativity. The work would go on to become a monumental classic, printed in numerous editions and translations worldwide. Now, The Formative Years of Relativ FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in 1922 and based on lectures delivered in May 1921, Albert Einsteins The Meaning of Relativity offered an overview and explanation of the then new and controversial theory of relativity. The work would go on to become a monumental classic, printed in numerous editions and translations worldwide. Now, The Formative Years of Relativity introduces Einsteins masterpiece to new audiences. This beautiful volume contains Einsteins insightful text, accompanied by important historical materials and commentary looking at the origins and development of general relativity. Hanoch Gutfreund and Jurgen Renn provide fresh, original perspectives, placing Einsteins achievements into a broader context for all readers. In this book, Gutfreund and Renn tell the rich story behind the early reception, spread, and consequences of Einsteins ideas during the formative years of general relativity in the late 1910s and 1920s.They show that relativitys meaning changed radically throughout the nascent years of its development, and they describe in detail the transformation of Einsteins work from the esoteric pursuit of one individual communicating with a handful of colleagues into the preoccupation of a growing community of physicists, astronomers, mathematicians, and philosophers. This handsome edition quotes extensively from Einsteins correspondence and reproduces historical documents such as newspaper articles and letters. Inserts are featured in the main text giving concise explanations of basic concepts, and short biographical notes and photographs of some of Einsteins contemporaries are included. The first-ever English translations of two of Einsteins popular Princeton lectures are featured at the books end. Back Cover "Gutfreund and Renn have produced a lucid, readable, and deeply informed account of Einsteins development of relativity theory. Focusing on Einsteins 1921 trip to America and the lectures he gave there, this impressive work is invaluable for experts and lay readers. It puts Einsteins lectures in the context of the formative years of his theory and shows how, after the 1919 eclipse observations, his theory launched one of the greatest transformations in the history of science." --Walter Isaacson, author of Einstein and Steve Jobs "This book successfully provides a comprehensive account of the formative years of the early development of relativity from the 1910s through to the early 1920s. It is unusual in offering an approachable treatment of relativity that also remains true to the best histories of the subject." --Richard Staley, University of Cambridge "This book brings into focus a critical period in the development of general relativity, which Gutfreund and Renn dub the formative years. Their new material helps enliven Einsteins tremendous contributions. The work promises insights for specialists even while it remains accessible to general readers. It is a pleasure to read." --David Kaiser, author of How the Hippies Saved Physics Author Biography Hanoch Gutfreund is professor emeritus of theoretical physics at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he is also the academic director of the Albert Einstein Archives. Jrgen Renn is a director at the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin. His books include The Genesis of General Relativity. Table of Contents ForewordDiana Kormos Buchwald ixPreface xiiiI Preliminaries 11 Introduction 32 Einsteins First Trip to America 113 Structure and Contents of The Meaning of Relativity 17II The Emerging World of General Relativity 231 Physics and Geometry 252 The Principles of General Relativity 343 The First Solutions and the Challenge of Their Interpretation 464 Einstein and the Astronomers 525 The Genesis of Relativistic Cosmology 696 The Controversy over Gravitational Waves 947 Philosophical Debates on General Relativity 1068 The Quest for a Unified Field Theory 1229 Early Monographs on Relativity 14010 Beyond the Formative Years 155III Einsteins Book with the Appendixes 1591 Space and Time in Pre-relativityPhysics 1612 The Theory of Special Relativity 1843 The General Theory of Relativity 215 4 The General Theory of Relativity (Continued) 2395 Appendix for the Second Edition: On the "Cosmologic Problem" 2696 Appendix II (PUP 4th edition, 1953): Generalization of Gravitation Theory 2937 Appendix II (PUP 5th edition, 1956): Relativistic Theory of theNon-symmetricField 326IV The Popular Lectures 3611 Introductory Remarks 3632 Einsteins Lectures 366V Biographical Notes on the Protagonists of the Formative Years 387Index 409 Review "The authors paint a detailed but dynamic recounting of how general relativity became what it is today." * Nature Astronomy *"Gutfreund and Renn . . . combine years of Einstein scholarship with readability and insight." * Science * Long Description First published in 1922 and based on lectures delivered in May 1921, Albert Einsteins The Meaning of Relativity offered an overview and explanation of the then new and controversial theory of relativity. The work would go on to become a monumental classic, printed in numerous editions and translations worldwide. Now, The Formative Years of Relativity introduces Einsteins masterpiece to new audiences. This beautiful volume contains Einsteins insightful text, accompanied by important historical materials and commentary looking at the origins and development of general relativity. Hanoch Gutfreund and Jurgen Renn provide fresh, original perspectives, placing Einsteins achievements into a broader context for all readers. In this book, Gutfreund and Renn tell the rich story behind the early reception, spread, and consequences of Einsteins ideas during the formative years of general relativity in the late 1910s and 1920s.They show that relativitys meaning changed radically throughout the nascent years of its development, and they describe in detail the transformation of Einsteins work from the esoteric pursuit of one individual communicating with a handful of colleagues into the preoccupation of a growing community of physicists, astronomers, mathematicians, and philosophers. This handsome edition quotes extensively from Einsteins correspondence and reproduces historical documents such as newspaper articles and letters. Inserts are featured in the main text giving concise explanations of basic concepts, and short biographical notes and photographs of some of Einsteins contemporaries are included. The first-ever English translations of two of Einsteins popular Princeton lectures are featured at the books end. Review Quote "This book successfully provides a comprehensive account of the formative years of the early development of relativity from the 1910s through to the early 1920s. It is unusual in offering an approachable treatment of relativity that also remains true to the best histories of the subject." --Richard Staley, University of Cambridge Details ISBN0691174636 Author JÜrgen Renn Publisher Princeton University Press Year 2017 ISBN-10 0691174636 ISBN-13 9780691174631 Format Hardcover Imprint Princeton University Press Subtitle The History and Meaning of Einsteins Princeton Lectures Place of Publication New Jersey Country of Publication United States DEWEY 530.11 Illustrations 66 halftones. 6 line illus. Media Book Pages 432 Publication Date 2017-09-26 Language English Translated from English Short Title The Formative Years of Relativity UK Release Date 2017-09-26 NZ Release Date 2017-09-26 US Release Date 2017-09-26 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2017-12-03 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! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161689558;

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