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Michael Ruhrlander

Ascent to the Einstein Equations: Spacetime, Gravitational Waves, Black Holes and more

Ascent to the Einstein Equations: Spacetime, Gravitational Waves, Black Holes and more

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What are Einstein’s field equations? Can they be understood without a physics degree?This book provides the answer. With care and clarity, the author offers scientifically curious readers an accessible path into Einstein’s theories of relativity. Only high school-level knowledge is assumed, making the material approachable for anyone with a strong interest in science. Readers explore both the physical phenomena and the mathematical techniques needed to grasp Einstein’s theory of gravity on a quantitative level. Step by step, the book guides readers toward answers to fundamental questions about General Relativity:How does Einstein’s theory of gravity differ from Newton’s?How can gravitational attraction be described geometrically?How can a black hole “swallow” light?
  • Publication date: 29 January 2026
  • Page count: 597
  • Dimensions: Height 240 mm; Width 168 mm
  • Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
  • Format: Paperback
  • ISBN-13: 9783662726716

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