Explore the captivating narrative of 'Einstein in Bohemia', a remarkable book that illuminates Albert Einstein's profound yet fleeting sixteen-month tenure in Prague. Written by acclaimed historian Michael Gordin and published by Princeton University Press, this trade binding edition (ISBN: 9780691177373) takes readers on a journey through a critical period in Einstein's life during the spring of 1911. Although often overlooked, this time in Bohemia had a significant impact on Einstein's personal and scientific development. Discover how Prague’s rich history and vibrant culture influenced his thoughts on Jewish identity, sparked ideas leading to the theory of general relativity, and fostered meaningful friendships with prominent figures such as Max Brod and Hugo Bergmann.

Whether you are a physics enthusiast, a history buff, or a literature lover, 'Einstein in Bohemia' provides a unique blend of biography, history, and cultural insight. With its eloquent prose and meticulous research, this book is an essential addition to any bookshelf. Don't miss the chance to delve into this beautifully written account that brings to life the enchanting city that shaped one of the greatest minds in history.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691177373
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2020
Publisher: Princeton University Press


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Physics Today, Notable Books of 2020

A finely drawn portrait of Einstein's sixteen months in Prague


In the spring of 1911, Albert Einstein moved with his wife and two sons to Prague, the capital of Bohemia, where he accepted a post as a professor of theoretical physics. Though he intended to make Prague his home, he lived there for just sixteen months, an interlude that his biographies typically dismiss as a brief and inconsequential episode. Einstein in Bohemia is a spellbinding portrait of the city that touched Einstein's life in unexpected ways”and of the gifted young scientist who left his mark on the science, literature, and politics of Prague.

Michael Gordin's narrative is a masterfully crafted account of a person encountering a particular place at a specific moment in time. Despite being heir to almost a millennium of history, Einstein's Prague was a relatively marginal city within the sprawling Austro-Hungarian Empire. Yet Prague, its history, and its multifaceted culture changed the trajectories of Einstein's personal and scientific life. It was here that his marriage unraveled, where he first began thinking seriously about his Jewish identity, and where he embarked on the project of general relativity. Prague was also where he formed lasting friendships with novelist Max Brod, Zionist intellectual Hugo Bergmann, physicist Philipp Frank, and other important figures.

Einstein in Bohemia sheds light on this transformative period of Einstein's life and career, and brings vividly to life a beguiling city in the last years o