Books in Living Philosophies series

An explanation of Einstein's contributions to physics and metaphysics includes his theories of special and general relativity, his controversial definition of space and time, and his description of the relation between the observer and the observed

A short biographical sketch of the influential leader of India accompanies a discussion of his contributions to political and ethical philosophy

Traces the seminal work of Albert Schweitzer as a doctor, missionary, and teacher and analyzes his impact on contemporary attitudes toward the Third World, human suffering and its alleviation, and service

A short biographical sketch of the Nobel Prize-winning philosopher accompanies a discussion of his views as a pacifist and his concern for world peace.