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Beyond Geometry: Classic Papers from Riemann to Einstein (Dover Books on Mathematics),New
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Eight essays trace seminal ideas about the foundations of geometry that led to the development of Einstein's general theory of relativity. This original Dover publication is the only Englishlanguage collection of these important papers, some of which are extremely hard to find.Contents include 'On the Hypotheses which Lie at the Foundations of Geometry' by Georg Friedrich Riemann; 'On the Facts which Lie at the Foundations of Geometry' and 'On the Origin and Significance of Geometrical Axioms' by Hermann von Helmholtz; 'A Comparative Review of Recent Researches in Geometry' by Felix Klein; 'On the Space Theory of Matter' by William Kingdon Clifford; 'On the Foundations of Geometry' by Henri Poincar; 'Euclidean Geometry and Riemannian Geometry' by Elie Cartan; and 'The Problem of Space, Ether, and the Field in Physics' by Albert Einstein.These remarkably accessible papers will appeal to students of modern physics and mathematics, as well as anyone interested in the origins and sources of Einstein's most profound work. Peter Pesic of St. John's College in Santa Fe, New Mexico, provides an introduction, as well as notes that offer insights into each paper.
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- Q: What topics are covered in 'Beyond Geometry'? A: 'Beyond Geometry' covers foundational concepts in geometry and their relation to Einstein's general theory of relativity. Key essays include works by Riemann, Helmholtz, Klein, Clifford, Poincaré, Cartan, and Einstein.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Beyond Geometry' is Peter Pesic, who provides an introduction and notes to enhance understanding of the papers included.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Beyond Geometry' was published on December 15, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in geometry? A: Yes, the essays are written in a remarkably accessible manner, making them suitable for students of modern physics and mathematics, as well as those interested in the origins of geometric theories.
- Q: How many pages does 'Beyond Geometry' have? A: 'Beyond Geometry' has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What kind of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, 'Beyond Geometry' is an illustrated edition, enhancing the readers' experience with visual aids.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding Einstein's theories? A: Yes, the essays included trace the foundational ideas leading to Einstein's theories, making it a valuable resource for understanding his work.
- Q: Is this book considered a rare collection? A: Yes, it is noted that some of the papers included are extremely hard to find, making this collection unique.
- Q: What category does 'Beyond Geometry' fall under? A: 'Beyond Geometry' is categorized under Analytic Geometry.