This book provides an introduction to the mathematics and physics of
general relativity, its basic physical concepts, its observational
implications, and the new insights obtained into the nature of
space-time and the structure of the universe. It introduces some of
the most striking aspects of Einstein's theory of gravitation: black
holes, gravitational waves, stellar models, and cosmology. It contains
a self-contained introduction to tensor calculus and Riemannian
geometry, using in parallel the language of modern differential
geometry and the coordinate notation, more familiar to physicists. The
author has strived to achieve mathematical rigour, with all notions
given careful mathematical meaning, while trying to maintain the
formalism to the minimum fit-for-purpose. Familiarity with special
relativity is assumed. The overall aim is to convey some of the main
physical and geometrical properties of Einstein's theory of
gravitation, providing a solid entry point to further studies of the
mathematics and physics of Einstein equations.
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ISBN
9783030284169
Publisert
2020
Utgiver
Vendor
Birkhauser
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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