Relativity Relativity, Gravity & Cosmology by Cheng

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"Relativity, Gravity & Cosmology: A Basic Introduction" by Ta-Pei Cheng is highly recommended for beginners in the field of physics. The book effectively starts with special relativity and transitions to general relativity without initially using tensors, making it accessible for those new to the subject. It later introduces tensors for both special and general relativity. Additionally, the book includes aspects of particle physics related to cosmology and inflation. It features well-structured problems, complete with solutions for selected exercises and answers to review questions, enhancing the learning experience. Overall, it serves as a solid foundational resource for understanding complex concepts in relativity and cosmology.

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  • Strongly recommend

    Votes: 2 40.0%

  • Lightly recommend

    Votes: 1 20.0%

  • Lightly don't recommend

    Votes: 1 20.0%

  • Strongly don't recommend

    Votes: 1 20.0%
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This book is really good.

It starts with special relativity, then goes towards general relativity without tensors.
In the end he introduces tensors for SR and GR.
It also contains some particle physics in the cosmology/inflation part.
The problems are really good (contains solutions of selected problems and answers to all review questions).

It's pretty good for beginners.
 

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