Out of my Later Years : : the Scientist, Philosopher, and man Portrayed Through his own Words
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Convictions and beliefs -- Science -- Public affairs -- Science and life -- Personalities -- My people.
An inspiring collection of essays, in which Albert Einstein addresses the topics that fascinated him as a scientist, philosopher, and humanitarian Divided by subject matter - "Science," "Convictions and Beliefs," "Public Affairs," etc. - these essays consider everything from the need for a "supranational" governing body to control war in the atomic age, to freedom in research and education, to Jewish history and Zionism, to explanations of the physics and scientific thought that brought him world recognition. Throughout, Einstein's clear, eloquent voice presents an idealist's vision and relays complex theories to the layperson. Einstein's essays share his philosophical beliefs, scientific reasoning, and hopes for a brighter future, and show how one of the greatest minds of all time fully engaged with the changing world around him.
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PUBLISHED
New York : Open Road Integrated Media, [2011] ,1956.
Year Published: 1956
Description: viii, 312 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language: English
Format: Book
ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9781453204931 (softcover)
1453204938
SUBJECTS
Einstein, Albert, -- 1879-1955.
Relativity (Physics)
Physics -- Philosophy.
Physicists -- Biography.