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This graduate-level text extends beyond mathematical derivations to elaborate on physical ideas underlying relativity, with a historical introduction and examinations of special theory (space-time transformations, four-dimensional formulations, mechanics, optics, electromagnetism), and general theory (space-time continuum, gravitation, experiments, and relativistic cosmology). Contents: Historical Introduction. Part 1 — The Special Theory: 1. Space-Time Transformations. 2. Four-Dimensional Formulation of the Theory. 3. Mechanics. 4. Optics. 5. Electromagnetism. Part 2 — The General Theory: 6. General Transformations in the Space-Time Continuum. 7. Geometrization of Gravitation. 8. Experimental Tests of Einstein's Theory of Gravitation. 9. Relativistic Cosmology. Appendices — Differential Geometry of a Curved Surface. 1974 edition.
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The Theory of Relativity, Second Edition
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Dover Publications, Inc., Mineola, New York, 2003
ISBN 10: 0486428192
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Mineola, New York: Dover Publications, Inc., 2003. x, 314 pp. 23.5 x 15.5 cm. Glossy illustrated stiff paper wrappers with lettering in yellow and white. Bump to head of spine and upper spine corner of back cover. Very minor black ink (underlining & brackets) on three pages, otherwise interior is clean and unmarked. Binding sound with no creases or cracks. . Soft Cover. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 629081