Relativity Science & Technology
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Relativity Science & Technology
Hardback. Part of a series to be devoted to Einstein's correspondence, this volume contains letters and begins in June 1902, when he went to work at the Swiss Patent Office. It closes in March 1914, as Einstein left Switzerland to take up his appointment as a member of the Prussian Academy of Sciences in Berlin. Editor(s): Klein, Martin J. (Professor of History of Science, Yale University, USA); Kox, A. J.; Schulmann, Robert. Series: The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. Num Pages: 784 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: 3JJC; BGA; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 254 x 190 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1628.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 780
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691033228
- ISBN
- 9780691033228
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 239.10
€ 239.10
The Conformal Structure of Space-Times. Geometry, Analysis, Numerics.
. Ed(S): Frauendiener, Jorg; Friedrich, Helmu...
Hardback. Causal relations, and with them the underlying null cone or conformal structure, form a basic ingredient in all general analytical studies of asymptotically flat space-time. The present book reviews these aspects from the analytical, geometrical and numerical points of view. Editor(s): Frauendiener, Jorg; Friedrich, Helmut. Series: Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 388 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBMW; PGZ; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 388
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540442806
- ISBN
- 9783540442806
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€ 129.66
€ 129.66
The Conformal Structure of Space-Times. Geometry, Analysis, Numerics.
. Ed(S): Frauendiener, Jorg; Friedrich, Helmu...
Paperback. Editor(s): Frauendiener, Jorg; Friedrich, Helmut. Series: Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 388 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBMW; PGZ; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 163 x 21. Weight in Grams: 566.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 388
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642079252
- ISBN
- 9783642079252
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€ 123.31
€ 123.31
Paperback. Explains the meaning and far-flung implications of the general theory of relativity and other mysteries of modern physics by presenting a conversation among Newton, Einstein, and a fictitious contemporary particle physicist named Adrian Haller. Translator(s): Heusch, Karin. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: PDZ; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 148 x 22. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231118217
- ISBN
- 9780231118217
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Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 26.99
€ 36.99
€ 26.99
Hardback. Num Pages: 260 pages, 32 black & white illustrations, 8 colour illustrations, 8 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDA; PDX; PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 242 x 22. Weight in Grams: 552.
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319317076
- ISBN
- 9783319317076
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.19
€ 123.19
Paperback. String theory proclaims that all of the wondrous happenings in the universe are reflections of one grand physical principle and manifestations of one single entity: microscopically tiny vibrating loops of energy. This text relates the scientific story and the human struggle behind this theory. Num Pages: 464 pages, line illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PHP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 35. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Vintage
- Edition
- New Edition
- Publication date
- 2000
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780099289920
- ISBN
- 9780099289920
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.20
€ 17.99
€ 13.20
Paperback. A brilliant theoretical physicist argues that the solution to the ultimate question in science: how to unify Einstein's theory of general relativity with quantum mechanics, is possible only if we abolish time from the foundations of the universe. In other words, despite our deepest intuitions, time does not exist. Num Pages: 384 pages, 50 illustrations. BIC Classification: PD; PGK; PGZ; PHQ; PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 25. Weight in Grams: 276.
- Publisher
- Orion Publishing Co
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780753810200
- ISBN
- 9780753810200
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Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.66
€ 14.99
€ 11.66
paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Durham, U.K., July 18-22, 1988 Editor(s): Frenk, Carlos S.; Ellis, Richard S.; Shanks, T.; Heavens, Alan F.; Peacock, John A. Series: NATO Science Series C. Num Pages: 476 pages, black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: PGK; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1989
- Number of pages
- 476
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401069021
- ISBN
- 9789401069021
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.93
€ 65.93
hardcover. The history of Einstein's theory of general relativity and its role in modern cosmology have presented a challenge to historians and philosophers of science for a long time. This volume features a selection of current investigations in the field, all by leading experts therein. Editor(s): Goenner, Hubert; Renn, Jurgen; Ritter, Jim; Sauer, Tilman. Series: Einstein Studies. Num Pages: 527 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 917.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser United States
- Edition
- 1998th Edition
- Number of pages
- 527
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817640606
- ISBN
- 9780817640606
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.92
€ 195.92
Paperback. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
- Publisher
- Dover Publications Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780486779782
- ISBN
- 9780486779782
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Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.64
€ 16.99
€ 12.64
Paperback. This mathematically rigorous survey of the special theory of relativity also details the physical significance of that mathematics. In addition to kinematics, particle dynamics and electromagnetic fields it treats subjects usually bypassed at elementary level. Series: Applied Mathematical Sciences. Num Pages: 259 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 234 x 20. Weight in Grams: 416.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 2nd ed. 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441931023
- ISBN
- 9781441931023
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Condition: New
€ 82.78
€ 82.78
Hardcover. Hermann Minkowski recast special relativity essentially as a new geometric structure for spacetime. This book introduces the theory of frames, surfaces and intrinsic geometry, developing the main implications of Einstein's general relativity theory. Series: Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics. Num Pages: 463 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHQ; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 186 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1008.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2000. Corr. 2nd printing 2001
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387986418
- ISBN
- 9780387986418
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Condition: New
€ 99.92
€ 99.92
Paperback. Series: Undergraduate Texts in Mathematics. Num Pages: 479 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHQ; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 245 x 32. Weight in Grams: 794.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441931429
- ISBN
- 9781441931429
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 88.73
€ 88.73
Hardback. A broad approach, moving from microquasars to AGN, to the topic of accretion/ejection in relativistic jet sources that discusses both observational and theoretical aspects. Based on lecture notes, the book benefits students of jet astrophysics at all levels. Editor(s): Belloni, Tomaso. Series: Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 295 pages, 103 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHR; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 675.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Number of pages
- 295
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540769361
- ISBN
- 9783540769361
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Condition: New
€ 65.62
€ 65.62
Paperback. This 1973 book discusses Einstein's General Theory of Relativity and its predictions concerning black holes and singularities in space-time itself. Series Editor(s): Landshoff, P. V.; Nelson, David R.; Weinberg, S. Series: Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 606. Series: Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics. 404 pages. This 1973 book discusses Einstein's General Theory of Relativity and its predictions concerning black holes and singularities in space-time itself. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PHR. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 21. Weight: 632. Series Editor(s) :Landshoff, P.V.; Nelson, D. R.; Weinberg, S.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 404
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1975
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521099066
- ISBN
- 9780521099066
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 58.88
€ 58.88
Paperback. Series: Springer Theses. Num Pages: 161 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, 24 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHDV; PHP; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 261.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014
- Number of pages
- 161
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319361888
- ISBN
- 9783319361888
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 121.27
€ 121.27
Hardback. Series: Springer Theses. Num Pages: 161 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, 24 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PHDV; PHP; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 415.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
- Number of pages
- 161
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319077451
- ISBN
- 9783319077451
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.32
€ 122.32
Paperback. This latest offering in No Starch Press's highly acclaimed EduManga series, "The Manga Guide to Relativity" uses Japanese comics, clear explanations, and a charming storyline to gently introduce readers to relativity. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: FXA; PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 179 x 12. Weight in Grams: 390.
- Publisher
- No Starch Press,US United States
- Number of pages
- 177
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781593272722
- ISBN
- 9781593272722
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.81
€ 25.99
€ 18.81
Paperback. These lectures were given in 1921, the same year Einstein received the Nobel Prize for Physics. They remain key texts for anyone wishing to discover the workings of one of the most ispiring minds of the twentieth century. Series: Routledge Classics. Num Pages: 192 pages, index. BIC Classification: PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 130 x 11. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415285889
- ISBN
- 9780415285889
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 17.49
€ 17.99
€ 17.49
Paperback. Originally published in 1922, this volume is based on four lectures delivered at Princeton University. It gives further explanation of the famous theory and its developments. Editor(s): Einstein, Albert. Series: Science Paperbacks. Num Pages: 161 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 127 x 9. Weight in Grams: 197.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1967
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- New impression
- Number of pages
- 161
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412205606
- ISBN
- 9780412205606
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.56
€ 62.56