Four Lectures on Relativity and Space

Four Lectures on Relativity and Space is a book written by Charles Proteus Steinmetz, a renowned electrical engineer and mathematician. The book is a collection of four lectures delivered by Steinmetz on the topic of relativity and space. The first lecture provides an introduction to the concept of relativity and its history, including the contributions of Galileo and Newton. Steinmetz then delves into the theory of special relativity, developed by Albert Einstein, and explains the concept of time dilation and length contraction.The second lecture focuses on the theory of general relativity, which describes the relationship between gravity and the curvature of space-time. Steinmetz explains the concept of space-time and how it is affected by the presence of mass.In the third lecture, Steinmetz discusses the implications of relativity for the nature of space and time. He explores the idea of a four-dimensional space-time and how it challenges our traditional notions of space and time.The final lecture is a discussion of the practical applications of relativity, including its relevance to the fields of astronomy and cosmology. Steinmetz also touches on the philosophical implications of relativity and its impact on our understanding of the universe.Overall, Four Lectures on Relativity and Space is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the theory of relativity and its implications for our understanding of space and time. Steinmetz's clear and concise explanations make this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the topic.1923. In this excellent exposition, Charles Steinmetz, one of America's great electrical geniuses, successfully translated the complex mathematical reasoning at the heart of the theory into language that even the layman can follow. Using analogies, examples, and comparisons as substitutes for intricate formulas and experiments, he has produced a carefully written, scientifically accurate statement of the Einstein's theory of relativity and its fascinating conclusions and deductions which involves only elementary mathematics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.