Concepts of Simultaneity: From Antiquity to Einstein and Beyond

by Max Jammer

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Max Jammer's Concepts of Simultaneity presents a comprehensive, accessible account of the historical development of an important and controversial concept--which played a critical role in initiating modern theoretical physics--from the days of Egyptian hieroglyphs through to Einstein's work in 1905, and beyond.

Beginning with the use of the concept of simultaneity in ancient Egypt and in the Bible, the study discusses its role in...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0801884225

ISBN13:9780801884221

Release Date:November 2006

Publisher:Johns Hopkins University Press

Length:320 Pages

Weight:1.30 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.3" x 9.1"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

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