Einstein's Opponents: The Public Controversy about the Theory of Relativity in the 1920s
- ISBN-10
- 1107017440
- ISBN-13
- 9781107017443
- Category
- Science
- Pages
- 379
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-01-09
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Author
- Milena Wazeck
Description
Exploring the ferocious opposition which once surrounded the theory of relativity, this fascinating account details the strategies and motivations of Einstein's detractors. A unique insight into the dynamics of scientific controversies, ideal for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of physics, popular science, and the public understanding of science.
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