Einstein's Universe: How Albert Einstein's Vision Transformed Our Understanding of Space and Time (Great Discoveries) - Tapa dura

Kaku, Michio

 
9780393051650: Einstein's Universe: How Albert Einstein's Vision Transformed Our Understanding of Space and Time (Great Discoveries)
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ISBN 10: 039305165X ISBN 13: 9780393051650
Editorial: WW Norton & Co, 2004

Sinopsis

How did Albert Einstein come up with the theories that changed the way we look at the world? By thinking in pictures. Michio Kaku leading theoretical physicist (a cofounder of string theory) and best-selling science storyteller shows how Einstein used seemingly simple images to lead a revolution in science. Daydreaming about racing a beam of light led to the special theory of relativity and the equation E = mc². Thinking about a man falling led to the general theory of relativity giving us black holes and the Big Bang. Einstein's failure to come up with a theory that would unify relativity and quantum mechanics stemmed from his lacking an apt image. Even in failure, however, Einstein's late insights have led to new avenues of research as well as to the revitalization of the quest for a "Theory of Everything." With originality and expertise, Kaku uncovers the surprising beauty that lies at the heart of Einstein's cosmos.

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How did Albert Einstein come up with the theories that changed the way we look at the world? By thinking in pictures. Michio Kaku leading theoretical physicist (a cofounder of string theory) and best-selling science storyteller shows how Einstein used seemingly simple images to lead a revolution in science. Daydreaming about racing a beam of light led to the special theory of relativity and the equation E = mc . Thinking about a man falling led to the general theory of relativity giving us black holes and the Big Bang. Einstein's failure to come up with a theory that would unify relativity and quantum mechanics stemmed from his lacking an apt image. Even in failure, however, Einstein's late insights have led to new avenues of research as well as to the revitalization of the quest for a "Theory of Everything." With originality and expertise, Kaku uncovers the surprising beauty that lies at the heart of Einstein's cosmos.

Biografía del autor

Michio Kaku, a theoretical physicist, famed futurist and acclaimed public speaker, is the author of numerous New York Times bestselling books including The Future of the Mind, Physics of the Future, and Physics of the Impossible. He hosts Science Fantastic, a nationally broadcast radio show, and lives in New York City.

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Editorial
WW Norton & Co
Año de publicación
2004
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
039305165X
ISBN 13 
9780393051650
Encuadernación
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Número de páginas
240
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ISBN 10:  0393327000 ISBN 13:  9780393327007
Editorial: W W NORTON & CO, 2005
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