TY  - BOOK
AU  - Allday,Jonathan
TI  - Space-time: an introduction to Einstein's theory of gravity 
SN  - 9781315165141
AV  - QC173.6 .A45 2019eb
U1  - 530.11 23
PY  - 2019///
KW  - General relativity (Physics)
KW  - Space and time
KW  - Quantum gravity
KW  - SCIENCE / Energy
KW  - bisacsh
KW  - SCIENCE / Mechanics / General
KW  - SCIENCE / Physics / General
KW  - SCIENCE / Astrophysics & Space Science
KW  - SCIENCE / Physics
KW  - MATHEMATICS / Recreations & Games
N1  - Four keystones -- The road to relativity -- The theory of special relativity -- Space-time -- Mass, energy and dust -- Generalising relativity -- The theory of general relativity -- Weak field gravitation -- Space-time in the general theory -- Black holes -- Gravity waves -- Cosmology -- Quantum considerations
N2  - "This book, suitable for interested post-16 school pupils or undergraduates looking for a supplement to their course text, develops our modern view of space-time and its implications in the theories of gravity and cosmology. While aspects of this topic are inevitably abstract, the book seeks to ground thinking in observational and experimental evidence where possible. In addition, some of Einstein's philosophical thoughts are explored and contrasted with our modern views. Written in an accessible yet rigorous style, Jonathan Allday, a highly accomplished writer, brings his trademark clarity and engagement to these fascinating subjects, which underpin so much of modern physics. Features: Restricted use of advanced mathematics, making the book suitable for post-16 students and undergraduates Contains discussions of key modern developments in quantum gravity, and the latest developments in the field, including results from the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) Accompanied by appendices on the CRC Press website featuring detailed mathematical arguments for key derivations"--
UR  - https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781315165141
UR  - http://www.oclc.org/content/dam/oclc/forms/terms/vbrl-201703.pdf
ER  -