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OverviewDifferentilil Geometry and Relativity Theory: An Introduction approaches relativity asa geometric theory of space and time in which gravity is a manifestation of space-timecurvature, rathe1 than a force. Uniting differential geometry and both special and generalrelativity in a single source, this easy-to-understand text opens the general theory of relativityto mathematics majors having a backgr.ound only in multivariable calculus and linearalgebra.The book offers a broad overview of the physical foundations and mathematical details ofrelativity, and presents concrete physical interpretations of numerous abstract concepts inRiemannian geometry. The work is profusely illustrated with diagrams aiding in the understandingof proofs and explanations. Appendices feature important material on vectoranalysis and hyperbolic functions.Differential Geometry and Relativity Theory: An Introduction serves as the ideal textfor high-level undergraduate couues in mathematics and physics, and includes a solutionsmanual augmenting classroom study. It is an invaluable reference for mathematicians interestedin differential and IUemannian geometry, or the special and general theories ofrelativity Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard L. FaberPublisher: Taylor & Francis Inc Imprint: Routledge Volume: 76 Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.480kg ISBN: 9780824717490ISBN 10: 082471749 Pages: 272 Publication Date: 26 May 1983 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsPREFACE, ACKNOWLEDGMENTS, I SURFACES AND THE CONCEPT OF CURVATURE, II SPECIAL RELATIVITY (THE GEOMETRY OF FLAT SPACETIME), III GENERAL RELATIVITY (THE GEOMETRY OF CURVED SPACETIME), APPENDIX A: Vector Geometry and Analysis, APPENDIX B: Hyperbolic Functions, BIBLIOGRAPHY, INDEXReviewsAuthor InformationRichard L. Faber Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |