Tullio Levi Civita: 2 books

Written by a towering figure of twentieth-century mathematics, this classic examines the mathematical background necessary for a grasp of relativity theory. Tullio Levi-Civita provides a thorough treatment of the introductory theories that form the basis for discussions of fundamental quadratic forms...

A chief requirement in the study of relativity is absolute differential calculus, which Einstein used to mathematically develop his ideas. This classic was written by a founder in the field, offering a clear, detailed exposition. It examines introductory theories, the fundamental quadratic form and the absolute differential calculus, and physical applications. 1926 edition.