Astronomy, space & time
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Astronomy, space & time
Paperback. What is life? Where did it come from? How can understanding the origins of life on Earth help us understand the origins of the universe, and vice versa? This book addresses the beginning of things - of the universe, matter, stars, and planetary systems, and finally, of life itself. Num Pages: 248 pages, 53 illus. BIC Classification: PGK; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 363.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231126557
- ISBN
- 9780231126557
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.31
€ 55.31
Hardback. What is life? Where did it come from? How can understanding the origins of life on Earth help us understand the origins of the universe, and vice versa? This book addresses the beginning of things - of the universe, matter, stars, and planetary systems, and finally, of life itself. Num Pages: 248 pages, 53 illus. BIC Classification: PGK; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231126540
- ISBN
- 9780231126540
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.89€ 98.62
€ 130.89
€ 98.62
The Origin of the Galaxy and Local Group: Saas-Fee Advanced Course 37 ...
Bland-Hawthorn, Joss, Freeman, Kenneth, Matte...
Hardcover. The Origin of the Galaxy and Local Group Editor(s): Moore, Ben. Series: Saas-Fee Advanced Course. Num Pages: 240 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, 70 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGC; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 243 x 18. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642417191
- ISBN
- 9783642417191
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.73
€ 64.73
The Origin of the Galaxy and Local Group. Saas-Fee Advanced Course 37 ...
Bland-Hawthorn, Joss; Freeman, Kenneth; Matte...
paperback. Presenting updated and elaborated lecture notes of the 37th Saas-Fee Advanced Course organised by the Swiss Society for Astrophysics and Astronomy, this book explores of one of the hottest research topics in astrophysics: how our Milky Way galaxy formed. Editor(s): Moore, Ben. Series: Saas-Fee Advanced Course. Num Pages: 240 pages, 36 black & white illustrations, 70 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 379.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2014
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783662524879
- ISBN
- 9783662524879
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.55
€ 63.55
The Origin of Stars and Planetary Systems. Proceedings of the NATO Adv...
. Ed(S): Lada, Charles J.; Kylafis, Nikolaos ...
Hardback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, The Physics of Star Formation and Early Evolution-II, held in Crete, Greece, 24 May-5 June, 1998 Editor(s): Lada, Charles J.; Kylafis, Nikolaos D. Series: NATO Science Series C. Num Pages: 718 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1226.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 718
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792359081
- ISBN
- 9780792359081
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 361.42
€ 361.42
The Origin and Evolution of Galaxies. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced...
. Ed(S): Jones, B. J. T.; Jones, J. E.
Paperback. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute, Erice, Sicily, Italy, May 11-23, 1981 Editor(s): Jones, B. J. T.; Jones, J. E. Series: NATO Science Series C. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1150.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1982
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1983
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789027715173
- ISBN
- 9789027715173
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Condition: New
€ 127.05
€ 127.05
paperback. The book treats all aspects of solar magnetism. Several contributions deal with the solar dynamo, the driver of many solar phenomena. Other contributions treat the transport and emergence of the magnetic flux through the outer layers of the Sun. Editor(s): Thompson, M. J.; Balogh, Andre; Culhane, J. L.; Nordlund, A.; Solanki, S. K. (Institute of Astronomy, ETH, Zurich, Switzerland); Zahn, Jean-Paul. Series: Space Sciences Series of ISSI. Num Pages: 436 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 664.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Number of pages
- 436
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461417101
- ISBN
- 9781461417101
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.71
€ 123.71
hardcover. The book treats all aspects of solar magnetism. Several contributions deal with the solar dynamo, the driver of many solar phenomena. Other contributions treat the transport and emergence of the magnetic flux through the outer layers of the Sun. Editor(s): Thompson, M. J.; Balogh, A. G.; Culhane, J. L.; Nordlund, A.; Solanki, S. K. (Institute of Astronomy, ETH, Zurich, Switzerland); Zahn, Jean-Paul. Series: Space Sciences Series of ISSI. Num Pages: 436 pages, 100 black & white illustrations, 100 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PGS; PHK; PHVB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 22. Weight in Grams: 856.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Number of pages
- 436
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441902382
- ISBN
- 9781441902382
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.69
€ 124.69
Paperback. Editor(s): Davies, J. Ifor; Burstein, David. Series: NATO Science Series C. Num Pages: 379 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 21. Weight in Grams: 623.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1995
- Number of pages
- 379
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401041713
- ISBN
- 9789401041713
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.28
€ 65.28
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 172
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387485379
- ISBN
- 9780387485379
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Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 39.53
€ 46.99
€ 39.53
Paperback. This guide not only tabulates positions but also explains the orbital mechanics that dictate how the planets and stars move as observed from Earth. It places seemingly disparate astronomical events into an understandable three-dimensional structure. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 240 pages, 51 black & white illustrations, 25 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 157 x 234 x 10. Weight in Grams: 376.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781493906284
- ISBN
- 9781493906284
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.13
€ 54.13
Paperback. This text focuses primarily on serious observing. It explains how to use a small telescope to observe many classes of objects, ranging from the sun (visual and H-alpha), through asteroids, planets and stars, to deep-sky. Variable stars, supernovae and artificial satellites are also covered. Editor(s): Moore, CBE, DSc, FRAS, Sir Patrick. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 280 pages, 490 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PGG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 525.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1995
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540198994
- ISBN
- 9783540198994
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Condition: New
€ 50.72€ 45.72
€ 50.72
€ 45.72
paperback. Proceedings of the International Conference on The Nucleus: New Physics for the New Millennium, held January 18-22, 1999, at the National Accelerator Centre, Faure, South Africa Editor(s): Smit, F.D.; Lindsay, R.; Fortsch, S.V. (National Accelerator Centre, Faure, RSA). Num Pages: 516 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PHN; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1016.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Edition
- 1999th Edition
- Number of pages
- 516
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461369110
- ISBN
- 9781461369110
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 189.41
€ 189.41
Hardback. Proceedings of a NATO ASI held in Peniscola, Spain, May 21-June 3, 1989 Editor(s): Greiner, Walter; Stocker, Horst. Series: NATO Science Series B. Num Pages: 612 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 33. Weight in Grams: 3040.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Springer Science+Business Media United States
- Number of pages
- 612
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306434877
- ISBN
- 9780306434877
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.99
€ 252.99
The Nuclear Equation of State. Part A: Discovery of Nuclear Shock Wave...
. Ed(S): Greiner, Walter; Stocker, Horst
Paperback. Proceedings of a NATO ASI, held in Peniscola, Spain, May 21-June 3, 1989 Editor(s): Greiner, Walter; Stocker, Horst. Series: NATO Science Series B. Num Pages: 815 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PHDV; PHM; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1385.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1989
- Number of pages
- 815
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781461278771
- ISBN
- 9781461278771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.12
€ 70.12
The Non-Sleeping Universe. Proceedings of Two Conferences on: "Stars a...
. Ed(S): Vaz Torrao Lago, Maria Teresa; Blanc...
Hardback. Proceedings of two conferences on 'Stars and the ISM', held from 24-26 November, 1997 and 'From Galaxies to the Horizon' held from 27-29 November, 1997 at the Centre for Astrophysics of the University of Porto, Portugal Editor(s): Vaz Torrao Lago, Maria Teresa; Blanchard, Alain. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; PGS; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Edition
- Reprinted from ASTROPHYSICS AND SPACE SCIENCE, 26
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792358770
- ISBN
- 9780792358770
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.67
€ 193.67
paperback. An annual Northern Hemisphere observer's guide to astronomy organized chronologically, including the moon's phases, planetary and star positions, star charts, historical details and tips. A solid introduction for amateur astronomers of all ages. Num Pages: 240 pages, 175col.ill.170d.ch. BIC Classification: PGM; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 260 x 197 x 17. Weight in Grams: 757. Illustrated 4to.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Firefly Books Ltd
- Edition
- Annual
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KEX0242779
- ISBN
- 9781552979723
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 4.99
€ 4.99
Paperback. In almanac fashion, this book tells what sky objects can be explored on a nightly basis in 2009 - 2010, combined with history, location maps, star hop instructions, and more. It provides a digest for sky watchers and will appeal to readers at all skill levels. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 418 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 23. Weight in Grams: 872.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 418
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387795089
- ISBN
- 9780387795089
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Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 36.95
€ 41.99
€ 36.95
Paperback. Offering an engaging story of the hunt for new worlds, this book examines the range of extrasolar planets that have been discovered during the past decade and looks at what can be learned about such planets by studying the bodies in our own solar system. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 188 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 169 x 12. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 188
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387449067
- ISBN
- 9780387449067
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Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 26.89
€ 31.99
€ 26.89
Hardback. Astrobiology is a very broad interdisciplinary field covering the origin, evolution, distribution, and destiny of life in the universe, as well as the design and implementation of missions for solar system exploration. This review covers its complete spectrum. Series: Cellular Origin & Life in Extreme Habitats. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 642.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
- Number of pages
- 253
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792371250
- ISBN
- 9780792371250
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.78
€ 123.78
The New Science of Astrobiology. From Genesis of the Living Cell to Ev...
J. (The Abdus Salam International Centre For ...
Paperback. Astrobiology is an interdisciplinary field covering the origin, evolution, distribution, and destiny of life in the universe, as well as the design and implementation of missions for solar system exploration. This work consists of a supplement, including a glossary, notes, and tables, which represent highly condensed 'windows' into research. Series: Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology. Num Pages: 253 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; PS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 402.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2001
- Number of pages
- 253
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402022296
- ISBN
- 9781402022296
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 123.54
€ 123.54
The New Rosetta Targets. Observations, Simulations and Instrument Perf...
. Ed(S): Colangeli, Luigi; Epifani, Elena Maz...
Hardback. Includes the papers presented at the workshop on "The New Rosetta targets, observations, simulations and instrument performances", held in Capri, in 2003. This work covers the fields of observations of the Rosetta targets, laboratory experiments and theoretical simulation of cometary processes, and the expected performances of Rosetta experiments. Editor(s): Colangeli, Luigi; Epifani, Elena Mazzotta; Palumbo, Pasquale. Series: Astrophysics and Space Science Library. Num Pages: 326 pages, 91 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 326
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402025723
- ISBN
- 9781402025723
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.88
€ 187.88
Hardback. Num Pages: 238 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSL; JNF; JNK; JNM; PGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 517.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 238
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780230615175
- ISBN
- 9780230615175
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.53€ 45.74
€ 50.53
€ 45.74
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Iff Books
- Number of pages
- 439
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780999678
- ISBN
- 9781780999678
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 22.07
€ 22.07