Intelligent Quotes

Autobiographical Notes

In this essay Einstein offer a reflective, philosophical account of his intellectual development rather than a personal memoir.

More about Albert Einstein →

Summary

Written for The Library of Living Philosophers, Volume 7. Albert Einstein: Philosopher-Scientist, the essay traces his early fascination with geometry and physics, his break from classical mechanics, and the evolution of his theories of relativity. Einstein emphasizes the role of conceptual clarity and the search for universal laws as guiding principles in his scientific journey.

Quotes from Autobiographical Notes

“This delicate little plant [curiosity], aside from stimulation, stands mainly in need of freedom.

Albert Einstein (verified)

Details

Title: Autobiographical Notes

Author: Albert Einstein

Type: Essay

Publisher: Open Court

Publication time: 1949

ISBN: 9780875483528

People also read

The World Crisis (1923-1931)
Winston Churchill

Compensation (1841)
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Source Code (2025)
Bill Gates

Never give in, never (October 29, 1941)
Winston Churchill