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Galaxies in the Universe : An Introduction by Linda S. Sparke and John S. Gallagher (2000, Trade Paperback)
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PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521597404
ISBN-139780521597401
eBay Product ID (ePID)1664912
Product Key Features
Number of Pages416 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameGalaxies in the Universe : an Introduction
SubjectPhysics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Astronomy
Publication Year2000
TypeTextbook
AuthorLinda S. Sparke, John S. Gallagher
Subject AreaScience
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight24.2 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN99-044950
Dewey Edition22
Reviews‘The clear and friendly style of the text, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced texts and the research literature. It makes this book accessible for advanced amateurs, as well.’Orion (Société Astronomique de Suisse), 'The clear and friendly style of the text ... make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced text and the research literature.'Europe & Astronomy, 'Galaxies in the Universe: An Introduction is a well-thought-out and easy-to-read text ... This book is reasonably priced, and well-suited to its readership. I strongly recommend it to those working on, and teaching about, galaxies. there is certainly enough material here for several courses.' Paul O'Brien, The Observatory, ‘Galaxies in the Universe: An Introduction is a well-thought-out and easy-to-read text … This book is reasonably priced, and well-suited to its readership. I strongly recommend it to those working on, and teaching about, galaxies. there is certainly enough material here for several courses.’Paul O’Brien, The Observatory, 'The clear and friendly style of the text ... make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced text and the research literature.' Europe & Astronomy, ‘The clear and friendly style of the text … make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced text and the research literature.’Europe & Astronomy, 'The clear and friendly style of the text, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced texts and the research literature. It makes this book accessible for advanced amateurs, as well.' Orion (Société Astronomique de Suisse), 'The clear and friendly style of the text, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced texts and the research literature. It makes this book accessible for advanced amateurs, as well.'Orion (Société Astronomique de Suisse), 'The clear and friendly style of the text, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced texts and the research literature. It makes this book accessible for advanced amateurs, as well.' Orion (Socit Astronomique de Suisse), 'The clear and friendly style of the text … make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced text and the research literature.' Europe & Astronomy, 'Galaxies in the Universe: An Introduction is a well-thought-out and easy-to-read text ... This book is reasonably priced, and well-suited to its readership. I strongly recommend it to those working on, and teaching about, galaxies. there is certainly enough material here for several courses.'Paul O'Brien, The Observatory, 'Galaxies in the Universe: An Introduction is a well-thought-out and easy-to-read text … This book is reasonably priced, and well-suited to its readership. I strongly recommend it to those working on, and teaching about, galaxies. there is certainly enough material here for several courses.' Paul O'Brien, The Observatory
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal523.1/12
Table Of Content1. Introduction; 2. Mapping our Milky Way; 3. The orbits of the stars; 4. Our backyard: the local group; 5. Spiral and S0 galaxies; 6. Elliptical galaxies; 7. Large-scale distribution of galaxies; 8. Active Galactic Nuclei and the early history of galaxies; Bibliography; Appendix; Index.
SynopsisThis advanced undergraduate text is a comprehensive and lucid introduction to galaxies for students in astronomy and physics. A careful combination of basic astrophysics, multiwavelength observations, and theoretical concepts help students develop a thorough, integrated understanding of the subject. Sparke and Gallagher provide all the necessary background astronomy and include only the necessary mathematics required to grasp the essence of a calculation or the basis for a method. They clearly explain observation and measurement techniques and critically review their limits and accuracy as well. The clear and friendly writing, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal student resource., A comprehensive and lucid modern introduction to galaxies for advanced undergraduate students in astronomy and physics. The clear and friendly style of the text, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction and excellent preparation for more advanced texts and research literature., This textbook provides a comprehensive and lucid modern introduction to galaxies for advanced undergraduate students in astronomy and physics. Basic astrophysics, multiwavelength observations and theoretical concepts are carefully combined to develop a thorough and integrated understanding. All the necessary background astronomy is included and mathematics has been kept to the minimum required to enable the student to grasp the essence of a calculation, or the basis for a method. Techniques for observation and measurement are clearly explained, with a critical review of their limits and accuracy. Exciting topics such as gravitational lensing, dark matter and galactic collisions and mergers are also covered. The clear and friendly style of the text, thorough coverage of fundamentals, extensive use of up-to-date observations, and helpful problems make this an ideal introduction to galaxies and an excellent preparation for more advanced texts and the research literature.
LC Classification NumberQB857 .S63 2000
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