Einstein Was Right

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Einstein Was Right delves into the profound impact of Einstein's theories on modern science, exploring how his ideas have shaped our understanding of the universe. It navigates the challenges and validations his work has faced over the years, bringing to light the continuous influence of his pioneering insights in the fields of physics and cosmology. This engaging narrative provides an accessible look at complex scientific concepts, blending biography with scientific history.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the ingenious theories of Albert Einstein and their lasting impact on our understanding of the universe. It explores the profound concepts of relativity and offers insights into how they continue to shape modern science, making it perfect for anyone passionate about Science & Nature.

An authoritative interdisciplinary account of the historic discovery of gravitational waves.

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An authoritative interdisciplinary account of the historic discovery of gravitational waves.

In 1915, Albert Einstein predicted the existence of gravitational waves—ripples in the fabric of spacetime caused by the movement of large masses—as part of the theory of general relativity. A century later, researchers with the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) confirmed Einstein's prediction, detecting gravitational waves generated by the collision of two black holes.

Shedding new light on the hundred-year history of this momentous achievement, Einstein Was Right brings together essays by two of the physicists who won the Nobel Prize for their instrumental roles in the discovery, along with contributions by leading scholars who offer unparalleled insights into one of the most significant scientific breakthroughs of our time.

This illuminating book features an introduction by Tilman Sauer and invaluable firsthand perspectives on the history and significance of the LIGO consortium by physicists Barry Barish and Kip Thorne. Theoretical physicist Alessandra Buonanno discusses the new possibilities opened by gravitational wave astronomy, and sociologist of science Harry Collins and historians of science Diana Kormos Buchwald, Daniel Kennefick, and Jürgen Renn provide further insights into the history of relativity and LIGO.

The book closes with a reflection by philosopher Don Howard on the significance of Einstein's theory for the philosophy of science. Edited by Jed Buchwald, Einstein Was Right is a compelling and thought-provoking account of one of the most thrilling scientific discoveries of the modern age.

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Einstein Was Right is described as a captivating exploration of a significant scientific breakthrough, praised for its engaging narrative and informative content. Even experts with extensive knowledge in the field have found enlightening and previously unfamiliar material in the book.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691194547

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 16 color + 51 b/w illus. 1 table.

Contributors:

Edited by Jed Z. Buchwald
Contributions by Alessandra Buonanno
Contributions by Kip S. Thorne
Contributions by Harry Collins
Contributions by Don Howard
Contributions by Professor Diana K. Buchwald
Contributions by Tilman Sauer
Contributions by Barry C. Barish
Contributions by Daniel Kennefick
Contributions by Professor Diana Kormos Buchwald
Contributions by Diana Kormos Buchwald

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 264

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Jed Z. Buchwald is the Doris and Henry Dreyfuss Professor of History at the California Institute of Technology. His books include The Riddle of the Rosetta: How an English Polymath and a French Polyglot Discovered the Meaning of Egyptian Hieroglyphs and The Zodiac of Paris: How an Improbable Controversy over an Ancient Egyptian Artifact Provoked a Modern Debate between Religion and Science (both Princeton).