The World As I See It Hardcover – 5 May 2007

Lots of the content has no date attached, so you don't know when Einstein was writing. His opinion on things would have been partly influenced by the large global events happening. Even when there is an idea of the time, it is not generally clear whether he wrote before or after an event, which is particularly important e.g. in Part II: Politics and Pacifism. It is however a thought provoking book, which stimulates you to consider things more deeply.

The world has dwelt on the science that Einstein pioneered, yet is largely unaware of his good works to help others in despeate circumstances living in occupied Europe or living under its dictatorships or how he engaged after WWII to do his bit to make the world a better place.It is easy to see that this man was deeply moved by the Jewish experience at the hands of the Nazies and this galvanized him to promote World Peace. It is also a lesson for others in being humble and he certainly lived his beliefs, something that others will know little of ...with the passing of the years.If you want more insight into Albert Einstein the man behind the stereotyped picture that the world often painted of him, then this book will give you that insight.

Known principally for his contribution to science, this book reveals the social conscience of this great thinker. The book is an eclectic collection of notes and letters on a broad range of subjects, all written in the period between the two world wars and provides insight into the views if this extraordinary man.The subjects covered include the future of science, pacifism, economics, Jewish issues and many personal reflections on people he respected.I was struck by the quality of the writing. Though many of the contributions are taken from notes or letters, they have the feel of being very precisely honed, displaying great writing skill. As many of the issues discussed remain relevant today this is not merely a historical artefact of Einstein's life, but also contains ideas that are well worth revisiting.

Einstein's thought process is often overlooked, and yet it is critical to fully appreciating (the scale of) his contribution.Perhaps this is because today we are drowning in reductionist science, and those set on pedestals (or wheelchairs) are minds without a higher process, only a more complex web of intellect (without he wisdom to match)?Either way, for any student of Einstein this short book offers a glimpse into the personality behind the liberating (re)discoveries he made, and is but a humble publication - and in so being quite apt because in making himself humble, so much was revealed to the Great Albert Einstein.

My first encounter with the words and inner world of Albert Einstein.To be honest, it has a been a long time since i read it.I remember feeling moved and inspired. And, if i hadn't given it away, i would certainly read it again!

I would have liked to read Einstein's own words on relativity and quantum theory. Sadly this has been removed. What remains is a fascinating view of his thoughts on the social, political and economic issues of the day.

I am enjoying this very much, because I am interested in the science and also the life in equal measure. The author has covered both very well to my mind. Some biographies are little more than a series of anecdotes, but this connected narrative helps me feel I really understand the man well.

Facts about the great man, but for me, not enough insights into his character, his drives and ambitions, humour all the things that would make the book more enjoyable.