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Spacetime and geometry : an introduction to general relativity

By: Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: Pearson 2018 New DelhiDescription: xiv, 513pISBN:
  • 0805387323
  • 9789332571655
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 530.11 C236s
Summary: Spacetime and Geometry: An Introduction to General Relativity provides a lucid and thoroughly modern introduction to general relativity for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. It introduces modern techniques and an accessible and lively writing style to what can often be a formal and intimidating subject. Readers are led from physics of flat spacetime (special relativity), through the intricacies of differential geometry and Einstein's equations, and on to exciting applications such as black holes, gravitational radiation, and cosmology. Subtle points are illuminated throughout the text by careful and entertaining exposition. A straightforward and lucid approach, balancing mathematical rigor and physical insight, are hallmarks of this important text.
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Books Books PK Kelkar Library, IIT Kanpur General Stacks 530.11 C236s (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Checked out to ASTHA TIWARI (S23109040500) 17/07/2025 A184529
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Spacetime and Geometry: An Introduction to General Relativity provides a lucid and thoroughly modern introduction to general relativity for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. It introduces modern techniques and an accessible and lively writing style to what can often be a formal and intimidating subject. Readers are led from physics of flat spacetime (special relativity), through the intricacies of differential geometry and Einstein's equations, and on to exciting applications such as black holes, gravitational radiation, and cosmology. Subtle points are illuminated throughout the text by careful and entertaining exposition. A straightforward and lucid approach, balancing mathematical rigor and physical insight, are hallmarks of this important text.

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