The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Einstein

Demystifying physics-and the man who personified it.

Einstein's face is on T-shirts and posters and his name is synonymous with atomic energy and scientific genius. But to understand this individual who not only had great knowledge but great wisdom, we must examine his philosophy of life-and physics.

- New and updated information about Einstein's life
- Analysis of recent, ongoing challenges to Einstein's theories
- Streamlined information on the underpinnings of physics, electricity, magnetism, and other forms of energy
- High-profile museum exhibitions about Einstein are taking place across the U.S. in 2003, 2004, and 2005
- First edition has gained a solid reputation for helping students understand physics
- Einstein was named Time's "Man of the Century"

Demystifying physics-and the man who personified it.

Einstein's face is on T-shirts and posters and his name is synonymous with atomic energy and scientific genius. But to understand this individual who not only had great knowledge but great wisdom, we must examine his philosophy of life-and physics.


- New and updated information about Einstein's life

- Analysis of recent, ongoing challenges to Einstein's theories

- Streamlined information on the underpinnings of physics, electricity, magnetism, and other forms of energy

- High-profile museum exhibitions about Einstein are taking place across the U.S. in 2003, 2004, and 2005

- First edition has gained a solid reputation for helping students understand physics

- Einstein was named Time's "Man of the Century"

Gary F. Moring has taught physics to non-physics students at the University of Phoenix since 1985, as well as courses in philosophy, religion, and mathematics. He received his M.A. from JFK University and his B.A. from the University of Wisconsin. He is now pursuing his Ph.D. in Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness.