On Gravity: A Brief Tour of a Weighty Subject

Review
"If you already know a bit about the topic, and are not afraid of a few equations, On Gravity will take you deeper."―John Gribbin, Wall Street Journal
"[On Gravity] begins its tour of Einstein’s general theory of relativity with the discovery of gravitational waves, and lands the reader deep in the mysteries of dark matter and energy."―Liz Else and Simon Ings, New Scientist
"By the end of the book, you will be breathless, but up to date with the latest advances in the science."―Tara Shears, Times Higher Education
"A fresh way to understand the concepts behind relativity and a good introduction to the latest challenges in fundamental physics."―Benjamin Skuse, Physics World
A pithy yet deep introduction to Einstein’s general theory of relativity
Of the four fundamental forces of nature, gravity might be the least understood and yet the one with which we are most intimate. On Gravity combines depth with accessibility to take us on a compelling tour of Einstein's general theory of relativity. A. Zee begins with the discovery of gravity waves, then explains how gravity can be understood in comparison to other classical field theories, presents the idea of curved spacetime, and explores black holes and Hawking radiation. Zee travels as far as the theory reaches, leaving us with tantalizing hints of the unknown, from the intransigence of quantum gravity to the mysteries of dark matter. Infused with Zee’s signature warmth and fresh style, On Gravity opens a unique pathway to comprehending relativity, gravity, spacetime, and the workings of the universe.