Einstein's Dreams

Einstein's Dreams; a novel. By Alan Lightman (1993). Published by Vintage Contemporaries (New York, 2004). 140 pgs. $12 U.S.

I just read this book over the past few days. Lightman compiles the dreams of Einstein into diary-style entries. The text provides a window into the metaphysical as well as ethical issues expressed by Einstein in his wrestling with his theory of relativity. I am not too familiar with the theory. I would like to research it more to enrich this text, or vice versa. It is a bit heady, but an easy read and enjoyable. The narrative aids in handling the text. If you get a chance, pick up a copy and read over it.

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