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Einstein s scientific publications are listed below in four tables. However, since einstein died in 1955, it may still be under in many other countries, for example, those that use the life of the author. Essential readings for the nonbeliever, and more on. A readers lack of a collegelevel scientific background will not diminish the appeal and understanding of this book. Albert einstein books list of books by author albert einstein. Meticulously documented, this invaluable book fills an important gap in our understanding of einstein s life. Einstein is generally considered the most influential physicist of the 20th century. He was a poor student, and some of his teachers thought he might be retarded mentally handicapped. Einsteins scientific publications are listed below in four tables.
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