Description
In 1905, as a young Albert Einstein grapples with his groundbreaking theory of relativity, he drifts into a series of vivid dreams exploring the very nature of time. These imagined worlds offer a kaleidoscope of possibilities: a reality where time is circular and endlessly repeats, another where time stands still, offering solace to those who wish to hold onto precious moments. Through these poetic vignettes, the novel delves into the profound connections between scientific discovery and artistic creation, the elusive nature of creativity itself, and the poignant fragility of human existence. This celebrated work invites readers to contemplate the myriad ways we perceive and experience time, weaving together physics, philosophy, and profound human emotion.
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paperback
National Geographic Books
Published Nov 9, 2004
ISBN: 9781400077809
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Details
First Published
1992
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Einstein's Dreams by Alan Lightman.