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Eclipse: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity

Eclipse: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity

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"Eclipse: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity" by Darcy Pattison, Peter Willis is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

In 1915, British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington was fascinated with Einstein's new theory of general relativity. Einstein said that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light. In simple language, this nonfiction illustrated picture book explains how the push (acceleration) and pull (gravity) of space affects light.

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Best For: Young readers interested in science and history
Focus: Explains the 1919 solar eclipse's role in confirming Einstein's theory of general relativity
Covers: Basic concepts of gravity, acceleration, and light bending during a solar eclipse
Why It Matters: Demonstrates a key scientific event that validated a major physics theory using accessible language and illustrations

"Eclipse: How the 1919 Solar Eclipse Proved Einstein's Theory of General Relativity" by Darcy Pattison, Peter Willis is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Deep Sky & Solar System

Author: Darcy Pattison, Peter Willis

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

In 1915, British astronomer Arthur Stanley Eddington was fascinated with Einstein's new theory of general relativity. Einstein said that the sun's gravity could pull and bend light. In simple language, this nonfiction illustrated picture book explains how the push (acceleration) and pull (gravity) of space affects light.

AuthorDarcy Pattison, Peter Willis
PublisherMoments in Science
Published2019-10-08
ISBN-139781629441252
BindingHardcover
Pages34
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsJuvenile Nonfiction
TopicDeep Sky & Solar System
SeriesMoments in Science

Format: Hardcover

Length: 34 pages

Language: English

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