Zee, Anthony
On Gravity
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691174389
- author:
- Zee, Anthony
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 21.84 x 14.73 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Physics, Quantum Theory,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gravity, a fundamental force we experience every day, remains one of the least understood natural phenomena. In "On Gravity: A Brief Tour of a Weighty Subject", physicist Anthony Zee explores Einstein's general theory of relativity to shed new light on this subject. Zee begins by examining the groundbreaking discovery of gravity waves, before delving into how gravity compares with other classical field theories. He also explains the concept of curved spacetime and the action principle, and discusses cutting-edge topics such as black holes and Hawking radiation. By exploring the limits of relativity, Zee leaves readers with a sense of the mysteries that still remain to be uncovered. Through concise and precise language, Zee conveys his signature warmth and freshness of style, making "On Gravity" an accessible introduction to one of the most complex topics in physics.
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