With an effortless style that belies a sharp attention to detail and scientific accuracy, Isaacson takes us on a soaring journey through the life, mind, and science of the man who changed our view of the universe. It is excellently readable and combines the personal and the scientific aspects of Einstein's life in a graceful way.
It helps that he has had access to important new material. He met the challenge of dealing with his subject as a human being and describing profound ideas in physics. His biography is a pleasure to read and makes the great physicist come alive. This is a terrific work. Taking advantage of the wealth of recently uncovered historical material, he has produced the most readable biography of Einstein yet. Douglas Stone, Professor of Physics at Yale'This is a brilliant intellectual tapestry -- and a great read.
Skillfully weaving Einstein's revolutionary scientific achievements, his prolific political initiatives, his complex personal life, and his fascinating personality, Isaacson has transformed the transformer of the twentieth century into a beacon for the twenty-first century.
Robert Oppenheimer, winner of the Pulitzer Prize for biography'I found so much to admire; there are many places where I just had to cheer what Isaacson had written. More results by Walter IsaacsonYour browser indicates if you've visited this linkEinstein has 85, ratings and 2, reviews. Laurel said: I decided to read this book primarily because of my fiance's interest in Einstein's life and EinsteinMore results by Walter Isaacson, Paperback Your browser indicates if you've visited this linkThe definitive, internationally bestselling biography of Albert Einstein.
How did his mind work? What made him a Your browser indicates if you've visited this linkIn his confidently authoritative new book, Walter Isaacson deals clearly and comfortably with the scope of Einstein's life. Shop with confidence. More results - Google BooksYour browser indicates if you've visited this linkBy the author of the acclaimed bestsellers Benjamin Franklin and Steve Jobs, this is the definitive biography of Albert Einstein.
What made him a genius? Your browser indicates if you've visited this linkAbeBooks. More resultsEinstein. Helpful glossary--Find definitions for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Lasting change--Learn about how Albert made the world a better place for future generations. How will Albert Einstein's life encourage your own curiosity about the world? Albert Einstein is known as one of the most brilliant people in history. His many theories and discoveries changed the way scientists think and work, and the way in which we look at and understand things.
Learn all about Einstein's family and education, his travels and troubles, and the special compass he was given as a young boy that first set him on the path to questioning the world around him.
This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading.
Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series every teacher and librarian will want to collect.
Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index. He was a rebel and nonconformist from boyhood days. His character, creativity and imagination were related, and they drove both his life and his science. In this marvellously clear and accessible narrative, Walter Isaacson explains how his mind worked and the mysteries of the universe that he discovered.
Einstein's success came from questioning conventional wisdom and marvelling at mysteries that struck others as mundane. It appears your browser does not have it turned on. Please see your browser settings for this feature. EMBED for wordpress. Want more? Advanced embedding details, examples, and help!
Contributor Internet Archive Language English. Portrait of Albert Einstein moves from his early years as a brilliant intellectual, through two world wars, to a lonely voice preaching nuclear disarmament in Cold War America. Through newsreel, film, and home movies, the man and his times are revealed.
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