Space and Time in Contemporary Physics: An Introduction to the Theory of Relativity and Gravitation - Softcover

Schlick, Moritz

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0486442837 ISBN 13: 9780486442839

Publisher: Dover Publications, 2005

Synopsis

An authoritative exposition of the theory of relativity, this volume is the work of the leader of the famed Vienna Circle, Moritz Schlick. It offers an accessible approach to the physical doctrines of the special and general theories of relativity, with particular focus on the theories’ philosophic significance.
Beginning with an overview of the importance of the Einsteinian theory to the realm of physics, the author proceeds to explain the special principle of relativity, the geometrical relativity of space, the mathematical formulation of spatial relativity, the inseparability of geometry and physics in experience, and the relativity of motion and its connection with inertia and gravitation. Additional topics include the general postulate of relativity and the measure-determinations of the space-time continuum, enunciation and significance of the fundamental law of the new theory, the finiteness of the universe, and the relation of the relativity theory of philosophy.
Both as a clear, nonmathematical introduction to a complex subject and a definition of the theories’ philosophical ramifications, this book is outstanding. It will benefit teachers and students of philosophy and physics, along with anyone else who wants a better understanding of the ideas behind Einsteinian physics.

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About the Author

Johannes Friedl,

geb. 1972, Studium der Philosophie in Wien und Graz, Mag.phil. 2001. Arbeit an einer Dissertation A1/4ber Moritz Schlick und den Wiener Kreis.

Heiner Rutte,

geb. 1945, ist a.o.Univ.-Prof. fA1/4r Philosophie an der UniversitAt Graz. 1965-1971 Studium der Philosophie und Geschichte an der UniversitAt Graz, 1971 Dr.phil. und Univ.-Assistent, 1981 Habilitation, 1989 tit.a.o.Univ.-Professor daselbst. Publikationen zum Wiener Kreis, zu Schlick, Neurath, Popper, Brentano, Zilsel, H. Gomperz, Freud und zu allgemeinen Problemen der empiristischen Philosophie.

Edition details

• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0486442837
• ISBN 13: 9780486442839
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 112