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Out of My Later Years

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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.

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.

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.