General relativity theory. An introduction to general relativity theory (Q2877723)

This textbook aims at introducing general relativity to an audience which is not acquainted with tensor calculus. Of course, this is possible only by making compromises, because the Einstein equation is a tensor equation. Nevertheless, the present monograph gives a quite good overview to the development of general relativity. In details: First, Newtonian mechanics and special relativity theory are presented, then curvature, gravitation, and vectors are introduced. The next chapters deal with the Einstein equation (written in matrix form instead of tensor form), Schwarzschild black holes, equations of motion both for light-like and for massive particles, curvature of space-time, and cosmology.NEWLINENEWLINEPublisher's description: ``The theory of relativity is among the most familiar theories in all of physics. Although its direct implications for our daily lives are practically negligible, it has continued to generate great fascination. This book offers readers with an interest in physics and basic knowledge of higher mathematics a lucid and understandable pathway to understanding the theory of general relativity.''