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This book presents an introduction to Einstein's Theory of Relativity, which has become a necessary part of the theoretical equipment of every physicist. Even if we regard the Einstein theory of relativity merely as a convenient tool for the prediction of electromagnetic and... Read Full Overview

Chapter I. Historical Development of Ideas as to the Nature of Space and Time

Chapter II. The Two Postulates of the Einstein Theory of Relativity The First Postulate of Relativity

Chapter III. Some Elementary Deductions

Chapter IV. The Einstein Transformation... Read Full Overview

The Theory of the Relativity of Motion, written by Richard C. Tolman in 1917, is a book that delves into the concept of relativity, specifically the theory of special relativity. The book explores the idea that the laws of physics are the same for all observers moving at a constant... Read Full Overview

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

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