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General Relativity: The Essentials
General Relativity: The Essentials
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Carlo Rovelli provides a straightforward introduction to Einstein's General Relativity, focusing on conceptual clarity and exploring its main applications, including black holes, gravitational waves, and cosmology. Written for university students and science-literate readers, the book offers a deeper understanding of the theory beyond a popular science treatment.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 180 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2021
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Renowned theoretical physicist and author Carlo Rovelli presents a comprehensive and accessible introduction to Einstein's General Relativity, the prevailing theory of gravitation in modern physics. With a clear focus on conceptual clarity, Rovelli derives all the fundamental results in the simplest manner, ensuring that the physical, philosophical, and mathematical concepts at the core of this remarkable scientific theory are explained in depth.
In addition to exploring the core principles of General Relativity, the book delves into various applications, including black holes, gravitational waves, and cosmology. It concludes with a brief introduction to quantum gravity, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of this complex subject. Written by an author renowned for his exceptional ability to present scientific ideas in a clear and concise manner, this concise book appeals to university students seeking to enhance their grasp of the fundamental concepts in physics, as well as science-literate readers with an interest in delving deeper into the real theory of General Relativity, beyond a popular science treatment.
Weight: 286g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009013697
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