Good books for explaining theories of relativity

[Capita]

Just wondering some good books that explain the theory of relativity. It will be my first book on this so something simple would be nice. Also I want to read up on string theory so any recommendations would be great.

[A Tripolation]

I got some real nice suggestions when I asked this question.

 

Hope it helps

[Capita]

yes very much.. are you going to be reading about the theory of relativity first or string theory I didn't know if it would help read one before the other?

[A Tripolation]

I don't know that they overlap that much, but I would say that it would be helpful to read iNow's book suggestion first. That's what I'm planning on doing when I get the money and time.

 

Timo had an excellent suggestion though, of just browsing through your local uni's book collection, should you have the good fortune of living near one.

 

Good luck on your learning.