Exploring the implications of Einstein's early 1900s theories, this book delves into the concept of the speed of light as a constant and its relationship to mass and energy through the equation E = mc². It highlights the intriguing paradoxes that arise from the possibility of faster-than-light motion, including the potential for backward time travel. The narrative examines the profound consequences of these ideas on our understanding of physics and the universe.
Robert J. Nemiroff Pořadí knih (chronologicky)
"... contains a visually stunning group of the best and most awe-inspiring astronomical images available. Among the book's highlights are a photograph of a total lunar eclipse; the first ever picture taken of a black hole; an all-day panorama made from a mosaic of a sonic boom; and a photograph of a supernova star field ..." -- cover.