Relativity Opinions on Rovelli's General Relativity: The Essentials?

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"General Relativity: The Essentials" by Carlo Rovelli has been noted for its distinct approach compared to Dirac's "General Theory of Relativity." While some see Rovelli's work as a spiritual successor, key differences highlight its unique focus. Rovelli incorporates philosophical discussions and practical applications, such as the implications of general relativity on GPS technology, which are less emphasized in Dirac's text. This makes Rovelli's book potentially valuable for readers interested in both the scientific and philosophical aspects of general relativity, offering insights that are not typically found in traditional physics texts. Overall, the book serves as an accessible introduction to general relativity while engaging with its broader implications.
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I recently noticed that "General Relativity: The Essentials" by Carlo Rovelli has been published. Based on the description, table of contents, and the Amazon reviews, it seems to me that it might be a spiritual successor to Dirac's "General Theory of Relativity." Is that an accurate assessment?

If you've had a chance to give it a look, what were your thoughts? What purpose(s) do you think this text would be good for?
 
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The book discusses some basic GR aspects of GPS, which can hardly be found in other books.
 
It looks very different from Dirac's book to call it a successor in any sense. Dirac has no philosophical discusstions at all, Rovelli on the other hand has plenty.
 

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