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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein

by Gary F. Moring
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein

Simplifies Einstein's genius for everyday comprehension.

If the mere mention of Einstein's theories makes you feel like you're trying to understand a foreign language, this book is your translation guide. Through accessible language and relatable examples, it breaks down some heavy-duty scientific concepts, making the most bewildering aspects of physics palatable—even enjoyable—for the average reader. Trust me, you'll come away feeling a little smarter.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein

by Gary F. Moring
$8.90 Now $4.90 Save 45%
ISBN: 9780028631806
Authors: Gary F. Moring
Publisher: Alpha
Date of Publication: 1999-11-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science
Related Topics: Physics, Popular Science
Goodreads rating: 4.02
(rated by 56 readers)

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You're no idiot of course. You know that Albert Einstein came up with the famous "E=mc" equation and that his hair looked like it had survived a nuclear test blast. But when it comes to understanding his theories and how they changed the world--well, you're no Einstein. Don't go nuclear yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein shows how relatively easy--and fun--it can be to learn and appreciate the world of physics and Einstein's brilliant accomplishments.
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Simplifies Einstein's genius for everyday comprehension.

If the mere mention of Einstein's theories makes you feel like you're trying to understand a foreign language, this book is your translation guide. Through accessible language and relatable examples, it breaks down some heavy-duty scientific concepts, making the most bewildering aspects of physics palatable—even enjoyable—for the average reader. Trust me, you'll come away feeling a little smarter.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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