The Wonderful World of Relativity
A precise guide for the general reader
ISBN13: 9780199694617ISBN10: 0199694613
Hardback,
256 pages
Jan 2012,
In Stock
Price:
$34.95 (01)Description
This book provides a lively and visual introduction to Einstein's theory of relativity. It brings to life the excitement of this fascinating subject, for an audience including young people at school (post-16) and the general public with an interest in modern physics. It is different from existing books in that is uses many diagrams and simple equations (the reader is carefully guided through them), and richly rewards the reader with beautiful mathematical and physical insights. It begins by introducing spacetime, in the familiar context of low velocities. It then shows how Einstein's theory forces us to understand time in a new way. Paradoxes and puzzles are introduced and resolved, and the book culminates in a thorough unfolding of the relation between mass and energy. The book draws on the author's many years of experience in writing articles and reviews for a non-expert readership, and presenting physics to school pupils.Features
- Lively and visual, bringing to life the excitement of the subject
- Many diagrams and simple equations for the science enthusiast
- Clear explanations with an engaging, flowing style
- Beautiful insights into mathematical and physical ideas
- Allows the reader to understand for themselves, not just be awed by the author!
- Precise and thorough, not just a qualitative introduction
Product Details
256 pages; 66 b/w line drawings, 4 b/w halftones; 8.5 x 5.4; ISBN13: 978-0-19-969461-7ISBN10: 0-19-969461-3About the Author(s)
Andrew M. Steane was born in Bath, England (1965) and educated at Christ's Hospital school and Oxford University. He has been Professor of Physics at the University of Oxford since 2002 and has been a Visiting Professor at various institutes. Steane was awarded the Maxwell Medal and Prize of the Institute of Physics in 2000 for his work on quantum error correction. He has given numerous public lectures and school demonstrations in physics.
