The Universe and Dr. Einstein (1948)

by Lincoln Barnett

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Acclaimed by Einstein himself, this is among the clearest, most readable expositions of relativity theory. It explains the problems Einstein faced, the experiments that led to his theories, and what his findings reveal about the forces that govern the universe. 1957 edition.

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The Universe and Dr. Einstein

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1948

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National Book Award finalist (Nonfiction, 1950)

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