Out of My Later Years - The Scientist, Philosopher, and Man Portrayed Through His Own Words (Paperback)

An inspiring collection of essays, in which Albert Einstein addresses the topics that fascinated him as a scientist, philosopher, and humanitarian Divided by subject matter-"Science," "Convictions and Beliefs," "Public Affairs," etc.-these essays consider everything from the need for a "supranational" governing body to control war in the atomic age, to freedom in research and education, to Jewish history and Zionism, to explanations of the physics and scientific thought that brought him world recognition. Throughout, Einstein's clear, eloquent voice presents an idealist's vision and relays complex theories to the layperson. Einstein's essays share his philosophical beliefs, scientific reasoning, and hopes for a brighter future, and show how one of the greatest minds of all time fully engaged with the changing world around him. This authorized Philosophical Library book features rare photos and never-before-seen documents from the Albert Einstein Archives at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

General

Imprint:	Philosophical Library/Open Road
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2015
Authors:	Albert Einstein
Dimensions:	139 x 215 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	326
ISBN-13:	978-1-4532-0493-1
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Literature: texts > Collections & anthologies of various literary forms Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Science, technology & engineering Books > Humanities > Philosophy > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > General Books > Professional & Technical > Technology: general issues > History of engineering & technology Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Relativity physics > General Books > Biography > Science, technology & engineering Books > Philosophy > General Promotions
LSN:	1-4532-0493-8
Barcode:	9781453204931

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