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Poincaré, Einstein and the Discovery of Special Relativity
An End to the Controversy
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160 pages
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The book delves into the historical context of the special theory of relativity, challenging the narrative that positions Albert Einstein as the sole creator of this groundbreaking theory. It highlights Henri Poincaré's earlier contributions, which yielded similar results months before Einstein's publication. The text raises critical questions about recognition and credit in scientific discovery, prompting readers to reconsider the dynamics of innovation and the complexities surrounding the attribution of groundbreaking ideas in physics.
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2024, hardcover
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