Relativity Free Books & Lectures on Special Theory of Relativity

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This discussion centers on free resources for studying the Special Theory of Relativity, highlighting key texts that include problem sets and solutions. Recommended materials include the red cover version of "Spacetime Physics" by E.F. Taylor and J.A. Wheeler, which provides complete solutions. Additional suggested books are "Lightman," "Blennow," and "Tsamparlis," all of which contain numerous problems with solutions. The community emphasizes the importance of these resources for a deeper understanding of relativity.

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  • Understanding of the Special Theory of Relativity
  • Familiarity with problem-solving in physics
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  • Explore the red cover version of "Spacetime Physics" by E.F. Taylor and J.A. Wheeler
  • Research "Lightman" for additional relativity problems
  • Investigate "Blennow" for its comprehensive problem sets
  • Review "Tsamparlis" for further exercises in special relativity
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I recently viewed some online free lecture series on Special theory of Relativity.
I think I have an understanding of the basics so far, but would like some books for problems on special relativity. (Preferably solutions or at least answer keys included).
It would be a great help if they available for free online too!
 
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Frabjous said:
By our very own @Orodruin :smile:

Here's the TOC for the SR portion of the book (using the Amazon "Look Inside" feature):

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On a serious note though. The entire point of our book is to provide a substantial set of relativity problems with detailed solutions. Hopefully we managed.
 
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Frabjous said:
Taylor and Wheeler is a great introduction. The red cover version of Taylor and Wheeler (not the free second edition that I am linking to) has complete solutions
https://www.eftaylor.com/spacetimephysics/

Books with many problems and solutions
Lightman
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0691177783/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Blennow
https://www.amazon.com/dp/100901773X/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Tsamparlis
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DGEQIHG/?tag=pfamazon01-20
Thanks I will check these out.

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