Drawing on sources that have only emerged or become accessible in recent years, this fascinating and in-depth biography takes up the challenge of establishing anew the depth and complexity of Einstein\'s person and of interpreting his genius. Using detailed information about his environment, friendships and even his work at the patent office, Folsing attempts to reconstruct Einstein\'s thoughts in the context of the state of research at the turn of the century. 1997 US hardcover edition (2nd printing) w/ dust jacket in very good condtion with some shelf wear marks on the jacket. Illustrated with b/w photographs. Book weight: 1.4 kg