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    Keen to learn but short on time? Get to grips with the life of Albert Einstein in next to no time with this concise guide.

    50Minutes.com provides a clear and engaging analysis of the life and career of Albert Einstein. Einstein’s name has become synonymous with genius, and he remains one of the most influential scientists of all time. His work on relativity revolutionised our understanding of the universe and is one of the pillars of modern physics. He also carried out pioneering work on the photoelectric effect, for which he was awarded a Nobel Prize, and campaigned for causes including nuclear non-proliferation and Jewish rights.

    In just 50 minutes you will:
    • Learn about the history of physics before Einstein’s revolutionary new theories
    • Find out about the impact of his celebrated theory of relativity on modern physics
    • Gain an understanding of his other scientific accomplishments, including his work on light and particle theory

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    50MINUTES.COM will enable you to quickly understand the main events, people, conflicts and discoveries from world history that have shaped the world we live in today. Our publications present the key information on a wide variety of topics in a quick and accessible way that is guaranteed to save you time on your journey of discovery.
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    Publisher50Minutes.com
    Release dateAug 11, 2017
    ISBN9782806293824
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