Spacetime and Geometry : An Introduction to General Relativity Hardback
by Sean M. (California Institute of Technology) Carroll
Hardback
Description
Spacetime and Geometry is an introductory textbook on general relativity, specifically aimed at students.
Using a lucid style, Carroll first covers the foundations of the theory and mathematical formalism, providing an approachable introduction to what can often be an intimidating subject.
Three major applications of general relativity are then discussed: black holes, perturbation theory and gravitational waves, and cosmology.
Students will learn the origin of how spacetime curves (the Einstein equation) and how matter moves through it (the geodesic equation).
They will learn what black holes really are, how gravitational waves are generated and detected, and the modern view of the expansion of the universe.
A brief introduction to quantum field theory in curved spacetime is also included.
A student familiar with this book will be ready to tackle research-level problems in gravitational physics.
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:516 pages, Worked examples or Exercises; 108 Line drawings, black and white
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:08/08/2019
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- ISBN:9781108488396
Information
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:516 pages, Worked examples or Exercises; 108 Line drawings, black and white
- Publisher:Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date:08/08/2019
- Category:
- ISBN:9781108488396
