This Great Course will peer into the mind of a great genius of history with this deep and informative course that explores the scientist we know, as well as the thinker and social activist we may be unfamiliar with. Albert Einstein irrevocably changed the face of physics. Eventually, he would achieve fame and influence not only as a scientist but also as a philosopher and a humanitarian, involved with some of the most profound issues of the day. Students get an in-depth look at the life and work of Albert Einstein, undoubtedly one of the most brilliant minds of the 20^th century. This course examines his revolutionary innovations in physics, his philosophical reflections on the methods and foundations of science, and his public efforts championing a variety of social causes.