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Subtle is the Lord: The Science and the Life of Albert Einstein,Used
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Since the death of Albert Einstein in 1955 there have been many books and articles written about the man and a number of attempts to 'explain' relativity. In this new major work Abraham Pais, himself an eminent physicist who worked alongside Einstein in the postwar years, traces the development of Einstein's entire oeuvre. This is the first book which deal comprehensively and in depth with Einstein's science, both the successes and the failures.Running through the book is a completely nonscientific biography (identified in the table of contents by italic type) including many letters which appear in English for the first time, as well as other information not published before.Throughout the preparation of this book, Pais has had complete access to the Einstein Archives (now in the possession of the Hebrew University) and the invaluable guidance of the late Helen Dukasformerly Einstein's private secretary.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Subtle is the Lord'? A: The book focuses on the life and scientific contributions of Albert Einstein, providing a comprehensive overview of his work, including both his successes and failures in the field of physics.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Subtle is the Lord'? A: The author is Abraham Pais, a noted physicist who worked closely with Einstein during the post-war years.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, which provides durability and a high-quality feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Subtle is the Lord'? A: The book contains 568 pages.
- Q: Is there a biography included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a non-scientific biography of Einstein, which is clearly marked in the table of contents.
- Q: When was 'Subtle is the Lord' published? A: The book was published on September 23, 1982.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This listing is for the First Edition of 'Subtle is the Lord'.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Does the book include any previously unpublished letters? A: Yes, it includes many letters from Einstein that are published in English for the first time, along with other previously unpublished information.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Scientists'.