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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9780801884603
- Book Title
- Cosmological Enigmas : Pulsars, Quasars and Other Deep-Space Questions
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Item Length
- 9.2 in
- Publication Year
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1 in
- Genre
- Science
- Topic
- Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Astronomy
- Item Weight
- 25.6 Oz
- Item Width
- 7 in
- Number of Pages
- 272 Pages
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Product Information
Author Mark Kidger weaves together history, science, and science fiction to consider questions about the bigness of space and the strange objects that lie trembling at the edge of infinity. Reflecting on how stars shine and what may lie beyond the edge of the universe, Kidger takes readers on the ultimate cosmic journey.Johns Hopkins University Press
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-10
0801884608
ISBN-13
9780801884603
eBay Product ID (ePID)
59773102
Product Key Features
Book Title
Cosmological Enigmas : Pulsars, Quasars and Other Deep-Space Questions
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2007
Topic
Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Astronomy
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
25.6 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
Provides an excellent introduction to the rapidly changing fields of cosmology, stellar astrophysics, and galactic studies., "It is always a pleasure to read a book that is written by someone who has such a passion for the subject... The overall impression is of a book that is worthy of inclusion in any bookcase. On a final note, it has a superbly designed and eye-catching dust jacket!" -- John Griffiths, Observatory Magazine, "Provides an excellent introduction to the rapidly changing fields of cosmology, stellar astrophysics, and galactic studies." -- Marc Rothenberg, Magill Book Reviews, "The ideas of the sciences flow together smoothly, interwoven with personal reminiscences and observations. Highly recommended." -- Choice, "A mix of standard astronomy lessons and some wonderful analogies, bring concepts that can be truly mind boggling closer to home... Kidger's explanations often sparkle with interesting 'I didn't know that' factoids... The book is truly a conversation between astronomer and reader, illuminating the 'Big Questions' in astronomy with a down-to-earth approach." -- Carolyn Collins Petersen, Sky and Telescope, A mix of standard astronomy lessons and some wonderful analogies, bring concepts that can be truly mind boggling closer to home... Kidger's explanations often sparkle with interesting 'I didn't know that' factoids... The book is truly a conversation between astronomer and reader, illuminating the 'Big Questions' in astronomy with a down-to-earth approach., It is always a pleasure to read a book that is written by someone who has such a passion for the subject... The overall impression is of a book that is worthy of inclusion in any bookcase. On a final note, it has a superbly designed and eye-catching dust jacket!, The ideas of the sciences flow together smoothly, interwoven with personal reminiscences and observations. Highly recommended.
Lccn
2007-014811
Dewey Decimal
523.1
Lc Classification Number
Qb982.K53
Table of Content
Acknowledgments Introduction 1. How Are Stars Born and How Do They Die? 2. How Do We Know That Black Holes Exist? 3. Who Is the Strangest in the Cosmic Zoo? 4. How Far Is It to the Stars and Will We Ever Be Able to Travel to Them? 5. How Old Is the Universe? 6. Is Anybody There? 7. How Will the Universe End? 8. Why Is the Sky Dark at Night? 9. How Do We Know There Was a Big Bang? 10. What Is There Outside the Universe? Notes Index
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- i***t (118)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBeautifully packaged, fast shipping, as described, plus seller sold it to me at a cheaper price than listed, thank you!!! A++++++
- a***e (1328)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFabulous seller! She packaged this wonderful book with such care & creativity which made it that much more exiting to open. She shipped quickly too! It’s these kind of touches that make a seller stand out from the rest. I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase from her again! I highly recommend! ✨👍
- d***g (0)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI’m so grateful for the care and attention Josephine’s Paradox Bookstore put into preparing my recent purchase. I had requested that a bookmark be placed on a specific page before packaging the book for my friend, and not only was that done perfectly, but the delivery was also prompt and beautifully wrapped. My friend was delighted to receive the book along with some extra small gifts—such a thoughtful touch! Thank you for being so caring!