Light in Einstein's Universe: The Role of Energy in Cosmology and Relativity
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| Author | Simon J Prokhovnik |
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| Language | English |
| Series | Fundamental Theories of Physics, vol. 16 |
| Subject | Cosmology, Relativity |
| Published | 1985 |
| Publisher | Springer |
| Pages | 240 |
| ISBN | 9027720932 |
Light in Einstein's Universe: The Role of Energy in Cosmology and Relativity is a 1985 book by the mathematician Simon J Prokhovnik, published by D. Reidel (Springer) as volume 16 of the Fundamental Theories of Physics series.
Overview
Prokhovnik examines the central role played by light and energy in our knowledge of the universe, developing a treatment of cosmology and relativity that emphasizes energy relations and the cosmological background. Consistent with his earlier work, he advances a neo-Lorentzian interpretation in which a cosmologically-determined fundamental reference frame underlies the appearances of special relativity. It followed his The Logic of Special Relativity (1967).
About the author
Simon Jacques Prokhovnik (1920–2002) was an Australian mathematician (associate professor at the University of New South Wales) known for his work on the logic and interpretation of special relativity and for developing a Lorentzian, aether-frame reading of relativity compatible with modern cosmology.
Publication details
- Author: Simon J Prokhovnik
- Series: Fundamental Theories of Physics, vol. 16
- Publisher: D. Reidel / Springer
- Published: 1985
- Pages: 240
- ISBN: 9027720932
Links to Purchase Book
- Light in Einstein's Universe (Amazon)