Barry R. Parker Livres

The influence of Einstein's discoveries is explored in this third volume, completing Barry Parker's acclaimed trilogy. Following a focus on relativity in the first book and Einstein's personal interests in the second, this installment delves into the broader impact of Einstein's work across various fields. Parker highlights how Einstein's ideas continue to resonate and shape contemporary thought, illustrating the profound legacy of this scientific icon.

Explains the meanings and origins of Albert Einstein's scientific theories

Set in 1889, the narrative follows French physicist-mathematician Henri Poincaré as he confronts the unsolvable problem of three bodies under gravitational influence. His realization that the problem leads to unpredictable outcomes marks the dawn of chaos theory, a concept that remained largely unexplored for nearly 90 years. Interest in chaos theory surged around 1980, leading to a wealth of research and publications, establishing it as a pivotal area in modern science alongside advancements in superconductivity and superstring theory.

"Although Einstein is celebrated as one of the most gifted scientific minds of the twentieth century for his tremendous contributions to our understanding of the world around us, little is known about the private life behind his legendary persona. How did Einstein spend his life when not engaged in scientific pursuits? What were his interests? What in Einstein's background and everyday life inspired his development as a scientist and as a person? In this unique contribution to the Einstein literature, Barry Parker draws on the great scientist's letters and personal papers to explore the intellectual and emotional drives that motivated both his work and his life."--Jacket.

Peppered throughout with anecdotes and examples illustrating key concepts, this invitingly written book provides a firm grounding in the actual and theoretical physics of music.