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OverviewThis book is for physicists, historians and philosophers of physics as well as students seeking an introduction to ongoing debates in relativistic and quantum physics. This title is unique in that: - it comprises contributions by leading physicists, philosophers and historians of science; - it covers the recent debates on the emergence of relativity and quantum theory; - it includes chapters with an introductory character, comprehensible to students and science teachers; - it can be used in graduate level courses in the history and philosophy of science; - it strengthens the bonds between the communities of scientists, historians, and philosophers. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Abhay Ashtekar , Robert S. Cohen , Don Howard , J. RennPublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2003 Volume: 234 Dimensions: Width: 16.00cm , Height: 3.40cm , Length: 24.00cm Weight: 1.015kg ISBN: 9789048162864ISBN 10: 9048162866 Pages: 650 Publication Date: 09 December 2010 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsFrom the Contents: Autobiographical Reflections.- Introduction.- I: Historical and Philosophical Roots of Relativity.- II: Foundational Issues in Relativity and their Advancement.- III: Foundational Issues in Quantum Physics and their Advancement.- IV: Science, History and the Challenges of Progress.- Appendix.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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