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Einstein's unification

Dongen, J. van

9780521883467 - Einstein's unification
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Why did Einstein tirelessly study unified field theory for more than 30 years? In this book, the author argues that Einstein believed he could find a unified theory of all of natures forces by repeating the methods he thought he had used when he formulated general relativity. The book discusses Einsteins route to the general theory of relativity, focusing on the philosophical lessons that he learnt. It then addresses his quest for a unified theory for electromagnetism and gravity, discussing in detail his efforts with Kaluza-Klein and, surprisingly, the theory of spinors. From these perspectives, Einsteins critical stance towards the quantum theory comes to stand in a new light. This book will be of interest to physicists, historians and philosophers of science.

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Author Dongen, J. van
ISBN/EAN 9780521883467
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Article description

Why did Einstein tirelessly study unified field theory for more than 30 years? In this book, the author argues that Einstein believed he could find a unified theory of all of natures forces by repeating the methods he thought he had used when he formulated general relativity. The book discusses Einsteins route to the general theory of relativity, focusing on the philosophical lessons that he learnt. It then addresses his quest for a unified theory for electromagnetism and gravity, discussing in detail his efforts with Kaluza-Klein and, surprisingly, the theory of spinors. From these perspectives, Einsteins critical stance towards the quantum theory comes to stand in a new light. This book will be of interest to physicists, historians and philosophers of science.

Specifications

Author Dongen, J. van
ISBN/EAN 9780521883467