The Universe According To Albert Einstein: Relativity
Albert Einstein would have been 139 years old Wednesday. Happy Birthday!
Einstein's science, and general views on humanity, have profoundly changed the way we see ourselves and the world we live in. He was not faultless, as no human is. He was an absent father and unfaithful husband. He lived in very different times and — right or wrong from our current standards — we must analyze facts within their cultural context. Einstein epitomizes the intellectual freedom and courageous creativity that, combined with an unbeatable work ethic, defines true genius.
To shake the foundations of knowledge one needs at least two things: to believe deeply in his ideas; and to have the courage to go against the established order. In the sciences, to be successful in shaking the foundations of knowledge so as to promote change, one also needs to be right.
