By Walter Isaacson Einstein: His Life and Universe (2008 POCKET BOOKS EDITION) Paperback – 25 Jan. 2009

The whole story is told in a manner which is understandable to the average interested person without being oversimplified for them. Einstein’s interactions with other people from US Presidents down to icecream salesgirls provide a glimpse of the complex but likeable human behind the genius.

This is an excellent, excellent book.A comprehensive, start to finish biography of the man's life, with extremely complicated, abstract mathematics and physics explained in a simplified manner, in a way only someone who intrinsically understands the subject can do.Despite the subject matter, and by that I I close the First and Second World Wars, anti-Semitism and, intimately, the Holocaust, and also the physics and maths, it was simply a joy to read and never once felt heavy or dull.If there is a better biography of Einstein out there, I won't just eat my hat, I'll grow my hair and moustache and impersonate the man for the rest of my days!

This book is the most detailed account of einstien i have read, it goes through all the difficulties in his career and explains why he is they way he is - a man with the big picture. it also brought to light his strange ability to perform though experiments and postulate a new hypothesis with very little evidence. I feel this is a good biography quite thick, lost of detail. My only concern was that too much emphasis was on his first marraige which was happy then unhappy but i suppose this was the nature of his life to see his emotional state. A good read overall

brought for my daughter, and she is totally loving this book, well worth the read, as she tells me

This proved to be an interesting and very complete biography of Einstein, with sources listed for all key facts. Perhaps it was a trifle too long in parts, resulting in me skimming some sections, but it provides a remarkable insight into the life and the times of this great physicist. Whilst I had prior knowledge of Einstein's scientific work, I had not appreciated other aspects of his life, including his troubled relationships with his first wife and his children from that marriage, nor had I understood the extent of the anti-semitism to which he had been subjected, nor his celebrity status, whereby the press hung on to his every word. As well as detailing Einstein's life, Walter Isaacson also does a sound job of explaining, in simplified terms, the background to much of Einstein's scientific endeavours, including quantum physics, relativity, and his unsuccessful search for a unified field theory to unite gravitation with electromagnetism. I learned a lot about Einstein from this book and Isaacson brought him alive in terms of his personality.

Brilliant… an amazing man who had an extraordinary life, that provided new insights into both how the universe works, as well as 20th century history,

Read this after watching the Genius TV show about Einstein. Well written and interesting.

Sorry, there's no other way to put it. What Isaacson achieved was not only a great historical chronicle of the greatest thinker of the 20th century, but he also manages to capture, as closely as reasonably possible, the thought process that Einstein engaged in. the attentive reader will also see that it was this thought process that also contributed to his stubbornness about the Quantum sphere. this was one of those biographies that I read piecemeal. There are so many wonderful anecdotes enmeshed into this narrative that after reading them, I wanted to let them swim around my consciousness for a day. The backdrop of the growth of 20th century nationalism plays heavily in this narrative and one can't help but be amazed that such great minds emerged from such a dogmatic time. One looks at the times we live in today and cannot help but be in awe that the quest for scientific truth was so resolute.I hope were made of the same strong stuff.

it came in handy because I read it before I watched the Oppenheimer movie but this is just a note. The book focus on Albert's journey entirely, showing a side that we didn't know. He was very human such as almost all of us. He committed a huge sin in my opinion and was not that role model father but these things don't make him evil just human. The book also helped me to better understand - or grasp - physics and kinda I liked it

Walter Isaacson takes readers through the extraordinary life of the renowned physicist Albert Einstein. Isaacson's comprehensive biography not only captures the essence of Einstein's scientific contributions but also delves into the fascinating aspects of his personal life.Isaacson's meticulous research and engaging storytelling make this biography a captivating read. He masterfully presents Einstein's complex scientific theories in a way that is accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Whether it's relativity, quantum mechanics, or the photoelectric effect, Isaacson ensures that even the most intricate concepts are explained clearly and without unnecessary jargon. As a result, readers gain a deeper understanding of the revolutionary discoveries that perpetually changed our understanding of the universe.However, what truly sets this biography apart is Isaacson's exploration of Einstein's personal life. Delving into his family dynamics, relationships, and political and social activism, Isaacson provides readers with a well-rounded picture of the man behind the genius. By examining Einstein's struggles and successes, his controversies and ethical dilemmas, Isaacson humanizes the iconic figure, making him relatable and understandable.Furthermore, Isaacson's prose is engaging and fluid, making the biography accessible and enjoyable to read. He skillfully weaves together historical context, scientific explanations, and personal anecdotes, creating a narrative that is both informative and entertaining. Isaacson's admiration for Einstein shines through in his writing, but he remains objective and portrays the scientist honestly, highlighting both his strengths and flaws.One criticism of the book is that it occasionally delves too deeply into scientific explanations, which may not appeal to readers without a strong background in physics. However, Isaacson's ability to seamlessly transition between technical details and personal anecdotes largely compensates for this minor flaw.In conclusion, Einstein His Life And Universe is a compelling biography that provides a thorough understanding of Einstein's life, science, and impact on the world. Walter Isaacson's meticulous research, insightful analysis, and engaging storytelling make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the man behind the theory of relativity.

Issacson does an admirable job in telling Einsteins life story, and it is such a difficult thing to do without getting way to far into the complexities and complicated scientific theories that Einsteins life was about and involved with. And in this book he has been able to accomplish both great detail about the science, in a way thats mostly understandable, along with telling the reader all about Einsteins life, in all details, both academically and personal.Einstein has always been one of my favorite, and most admired historical figures ever, and I found this book a great telling of his incredibly interesting life. It gives you the details that you need, in a way that one can grasp, if not completely, at least enough to appreciate the historic implications of so much of what Einstein did and thought of and solved, as well as questioned.One thing that Einstein did and espoused most of his life, and that he believed to be so important in all aspects of life, ( especially in gaining knowledge and perspectives for ones entire life ) was the willingness, and ability to question things, all things, to better understand, and as important, learn.Sadly, in todays current society, it seems that is no longer the case, as one gets shut down ( or with social media, cancelled and vilified ) when one does. Einstein would be very disappointed to see where things are today, especially in the halls and campuses of higher learning that exist today.This book is a good look into the life and career of one of the greatest thinkers of modern times, and I thourougly enjoyed every page of it. I will continue to look for other information about him, but this was a great start.

Into physics, the evolution and history of physics, the physicists, his personal life and his worldly philosophy! Loved Isaacson’s style, really beautiful and deep enough into the science to arouse interest

Il libero è meraviglioso. Ti fa entrare nel mondo di Einstein e la scrittura di Walter e’ davvero eccellente. Consigliato assolutamente