Smolin's in depth perspective on Einstein, man and mind (NYRB)

[marcus]

The New York Review of Books got Lee Smolin to do a 10-page review of a handful of recent Einstein books.
It's definitely stereoscopic (3D). with a sense of the complex personality.

nice to see the oversimplified popular images countered

http://www.nybooks.com/articles/20279

Mark Trodden of Cosmic Variance blog was struck by how preceptive the NYRB piece was and posted about it.
"Smolin on Einstein in The New York Review of Books"

So there is currently discussion in the CV comments about Smolin's take on Einstein.

http://cosmicvariance.com/2007/05/27/smolin-on-einstein-in-the-new-york-review-of-books/

 

[Chris Hillman]

Some good and not so good Einstein-related books

The New York Review of Books got Lee Smolin to do a 10-page review of a handful of recent Einstein books.
It's definitely stereoscopic (3D). with a sense of the complex personality.

nice to see the oversimplified popular images countered

http://www.nybooks.com/articles/20279

Whee! I missed that, thanks for bringing it to our attention, marcus!

I have to dislike all of those books (discounting the Collected Works, obviously) except for the books by Pais and Galison. In fact everyone interested in relativity should read Galison's book.

Some surprising ommissions: the biography by Folsing, the book Einstein in Berlin by Levenson, and the collection of essays My Einstein. Of these I think the last is by far the most interesting.

 

[Entropia]

Smolin's perspective on Einstein, man, and mind in his review for The New York Review of Books is a refreshing and thought-provoking take on the iconic figure. He delves deep into the complexity of Einstein's personality and challenges the oversimplified popular images of him.

What stands out in Smolin's review is his emphasis on Einstein's humanity and the role of his mind in shaping his groundbreaking theories. He paints a multidimensional portrait of Einstein, highlighting his struggles and insecurities, as well as his brilliance and revolutionary ideas.

Smolin's discussion of Einstein's relationship with his first wife, Mileva Maric, also adds a new layer to our understanding of the man behind the genius. He sheds light on the dynamics of their marriage and how it may have influenced Einstein's work.

One of the most intriguing aspects of Smolin's review is his exploration of Einstein's philosophical views. He delves into Einstein's thoughts on the nature of reality and the role of the mind in understanding the universe. This adds a new dimension to Einstein's legacy and raises interesting questions about the intersection of science and philosophy.

Overall, Smolin's review is a refreshing and nuanced take on Einstein that challenges the simplistic narratives often associated with him. It's a reminder that behind every great scientific mind is a complex and multifaceted individual. His perspective on Einstein is a valuable contribution to the ongoing discussion and admiration of this iconic figure.