The document discusses the theory of relativity proposed by Albert Einstein in the early 20th century. Some key points include: 1) Einstein recognized that the speed of light is constant, which led to the theory that objects traveling near light speed will appear shortened and slowed down to observers. 2) When applied to gravity, Einstein's theory proposed that massive objects curve spacetime, correctly explaining phenomena like light bending around the sun and predicting black holes. 3) The theory of relativity is divided into the special theory, dealing with rest and motion, and the general theory, applying to accelerated particles like those under gravity.