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Visions of the Cosmos
Carolyn Collins Petersen
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Description for Visions of the Cosmos
hardcover. A comprehensive exploration of astronomy through the eyes of the world's observatories and spacecraft missions. Num Pages: 226 pages, 187 colour illus. BIC Classification: PGG; PGK; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 286 x 247 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1230.
This spectacularly illustrated book is a comprehensive exploration of astronomy through the eyes of the world's observatories and spacecraft missions. Featuring the latest and most stunning images, it provides a magnificent portrayal of the beauty of the cosmos. The accompanying text is an accessible guide to the science behind the wonders, with clear explanations of all the major themes in astronomy. An essential guide to understanding and appreciating the Universe, Visions of the Cosmos builds on the success of the authors' previous book, Hubble Vision, which became an international best-seller and won world-wide acclaim.
This spectacularly illustrated book is a comprehensive exploration of astronomy through the eyes of the world's observatories and spacecraft missions. Featuring the latest and most stunning images, it provides a magnificent portrayal of the beauty of the cosmos. The accompanying text is an accessible guide to the science behind the wonders, with clear explanations of all the major themes in astronomy. An essential guide to understanding and appreciating the Universe, Visions of the Cosmos builds on the success of the authors' previous book, Hubble Vision, which became an international best-seller and won world-wide acclaim.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
226
Condition
New
Number of Pages
226
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521818988
SKU
V9780521818988
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About Carolyn Collins Petersen
Carolyn Collins Petersen is a science journalist and creator of educational materials for astronomy. John Bradt is an adjunct Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Mexico.
Reviews for Visions of the Cosmos
'… the most superb encapsulation of modern astronomy I have ever come across … this is a book for all of us...a landmark popular book for astronomy.' Astronomy and Geophysics '… one of the most comprehensive, authoritative, and expertly illustrated popular books … the pictures alone are enough to make this a must-have …'. Astronomy Magazine '… beautifully illustrated … ... Read more