Out of My Later Years [Paperback]

Albert Einstein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2000

In a remarkable collection of essays the renowned scientist speaks on a variety of moral, political, social and religious issues revealing the workings of a powerful mind and deeply humane sensibility. Includes his lucid explanation of the theory of relativity.

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About the Author

Albert Einstein (1879–1955), one of the greatest thinkers of the twentieth century, was born in Ulm, Germany, to German-Jewish parents. He published his first great theories in Switzerland in the early 1900s while working as a patent clerk.

Product Details

• Paperback: 286 pages
• Publisher: Citadel Press (October 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806503572
• ISBN-13: 978-0806503578
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,030,550 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Albert Einstein (1879-1955) was born in Germany and became an American citizen in 1940. A world-famous theoretical physicist, he was awarded the 1921 Nobel Prize for Physics and is renowned for his Theory of Relativity. In addition to his scientific work, Einstein was an influential humanist who spoke widely about politics, ethics, and social causes. After leaving Europe, Einstein taught at Princeton University. His theories were instrumental in shaping the atomic age.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars As poignant and nostalgic as the man himself, May 29, 2001

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This review is from: Out of My Later Years (Paperback)

I bought this book in my early twenties still unsure of what to do with my life but at least certain of the fundamentals and morals with which one should follow. Einsteins prose on life, morality, religion, science, personalities are words which echo the wisdom of many years and the experiences which have shaped them. Now, 7 years later, I pick up this book, and am reminded of a man who knew that the future is uncertain, but with the the search for truth and compassion, it could be a great place.

This book is a great read - I admire how a man who's thoughts were so complicated, yet simple at the same time. He did not forget where he came from , nor forgot that which is truly significant. And that which drives humanity is not in the theories of relativity, but in our simple acts of humanity.

This book encompasses an era of 1934 - 1950, yet its prose is timeless - even now! Occum's razor wuld be proud.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Einstein on Convictions, Science, Peace, Socialism, etc., April 12, 1999

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This review is from: Out of My Later Years (Paperback)

Einstein was not just a famous scientist. As this book reveals, he was also a profound and well-written author. The essays in this collection are enlightening, easily understood, and brief but to the point. I would recommend this book to everyone.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great stuff on a variety of topics, October 11, 2008

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This review is from: Out of My Later Years (Paperback)

I personally liked his writing about ethics the most perhaps, but this book gives a glimpse into the mind of a truly brilliant man on a variety of topics. This books shows that his intellect was not limited to describing the universe, but also included understanding humanity and nothing short of the "meaning of life." His position on "belief" is made quite clear, on the basis of ethics, and other interesting topics. Also some interesting articles/papers about scientific topics.