National Geographic Photobiographies (Hardcover): Genius (Direct Mail Edition) : A Photobiography of Albert Einstein (Hardcover)

This photobiography of Albert Einstein is being published to coincide with the year that marks the 100th anniversary of what has been described as Einstein's "miraculous year," and the 50th anniversary of his death. Duotone photos. On the 100th anniversary of the publishing of the special theory of relativity, this National Geographic photobiography chronicles the life of one of the most brilliant scientists who ever lived. Through compelling text and stirring archival photographs, the author recounts Einstein's life from his privileged childhood in Austria through the crucial years during World War II, and his death 50 years ago in Princeton, New Jersey. Young readers learn about Einstein's remarkable theories that still influence technologies of today and discover the causes he passionately supported such as disarmament and civil liberties.