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The Universal Book of Astronomy: From the Andromeda Galaxy to the Zone of Avoidance
Contributor(s): Darling, David (Author)
ISBN: 0471265691     ISBN-13: 9780471265696
Publisher: Wiley
OUR PRICE:   $36.00  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: October 2003
* Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: A dynamic, alphabetical tour of our mysterious universe-from the A Star to the ZZ Ceti Star and everything in between

"We are all part of this astonishing creation-our very bodies fashioned of atoms that were made inside giant stars long ago. Bring only your imagination and the courage needed to gaze up and out across 1.5 billion light-years!"
-From the Introduction

The Universal Book of Astronomy compiles more than 3,000 extensively cross-referenced entries to cover every noted star, planet, authority, and telescope that has influenced our modern understanding of the universe. Spanning everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the centuries, The Universal Book of Astronomy showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders, including microquasars, brown dwarfs, and dark energy, as well as a host of individual comets, asteroids, moons, planets, stars, nebulas, and galaxies. A one-stop reference for the seasoned astronomer as well as the starry-eyed layperson, The Universal Book of Astronomy is further complemented by:

  • More than 200 illustrations throughout
  • Eight vibrant pages of color photographs
  • Succinct articles on astronomy's esteemed history and technology
  • The fascinating biographies of those who shaped, and continue to shape, our knowledge of this infinite universe
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Astronomy
Dewey: 520.3
LCCN: 2003013941
Physical Information: 1.47" H x 7.6" W x 9.5" (2.71 lbs) 584 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
The ultimate guide to the final frontier
This alphabetical tour of the universe provides all the history, science, and up-to-the-minute facts needed to explore the skies with authority. Packed with more than 3,000 entries that cover everything from major observatories and space telescopes to biographies of astronomers throughout the ages, it showcases an extraordinary array of newfound wonders, including microquasars, brown dwarfs, and dark energy, as well as a host of individual comets, asteroids, moons, planets, stars, nebulas, and galaxies. Featuring nearly 200 illustrations and eight pages of color photographs, this comprehensive guide provides easy lookup of topics and offers more in-depth information than can be found in existing star guides or astronomy dictionaries. It's an ideal resource for the amateur astronomer or anyone with an interest in the mysteries of the cosmos.
David Darling, PhD (Brainerd, MN), is the author of The Complete Book of Spaceflight (0-471-05649-9) and Equations of Eternity, a New York Times Notable Book.