First published 2023
Leonard Susskind returns with collaborator André Cabannes to explain Einstein's general theory of relativity in this newest addition to the bestselling physics series. The authors begin with the equivalence principle and build the mathematical foundation using Riemannian spaces and tensor calculus. They reveal how gravity connects to geometry, explore black holes, and establish Einstein's field equations. Susskind and Cabannes solve these equations to describe gravity waves, offering clear explanations that follow Einstein's own principle of being as simple as possible without oversimplifying. This rigorous yet accessible introduction gives readers the tools to understand how the universe actually works at its most fundamental level.
Genres: science, non-fiction, physics, academic
Vibes: accessible, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, explanatory
Hardcover · Allen Lane