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“Matter is real to my senses, but they aren't trustworthy. If Galileo or Copernicus had accepted what they saw, they would never have discovered the movement of the earth and planets.”

Quote by Albert Einstein

Book:Einstein and the Poet: In Search of the Cosmic Man

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Einstein and the Poet: In Search of the Cosmic Man

This book delves into the life of Albert Einstein, renowned physicist and theoretical scientist, and examines his contributions to the field of physics. It also explores his personal beliefs and philosophical views, drawing connections between his scientific pursuits and his appreciation for poetry and the arts. more

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Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist, is renowned for his work on relativity and the photoelectric effect. His contributions revolutionized our understanding of the universe and had a profound impact on modern physics. more

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