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Reaktion Books Twenty Worlds: The Extraordinary Story of Planets
Book SynopsisThirty years ago the only planets we knew were the ones orbiting our own sun; we now know of thousands of other worlds orbiting distant stars. In this book astronomer Niall Deacon journeys to twenty of these globes: from giant, blisteringly hot planets orbiting close to their parent stars to frozen planets that float through space alone, and from dead stars shredding asteroids to worlds made of diamond and even planets that may be similar to the Earth. Deacon also takes in the latest exoplanet discoveries, and explains how astronomers have come to learn so much about these strange and distant worlds. Twenty Worlds tells a sweeping story, of real planets around other stars, and appeals to the wide audience for popular science and astronomy.Trade Review"This is the perfect book to introduce exoplanet science. . . . But Twenty Worlds is not really for those who want to find out more about any one of the planets covered. Rather it reveals what each of them represents to the field in general. Its real value is in the analogies that Deacon uses to clarify difficult and complex exoplanetary scientific methods to the reader. Nowhere will you find a more descriptive book to understand the processes used to learn about the existence of these worlds. Five stars." * BBC Sky at Night Magazine *"With thousands of exoplanets currently known, it must be a daunting task to choose twenty of them to highlight. Yet, that is exactly what Deacon sets out to do. The book, rather than presenting a cornucopia of bizarre exoplanets (and there are many of them out there), uses a curated sample of twenty exoplanets to tell a story about how these systems are detected, studied and what they can tell us about the birth, evolution and even death of planets, as well as their interaction with their host stars. The sheer diversity of the exoplanets detected poses a fascinating challenge to planet-formation theorists and exoplanet observers alike." * Nature Astronomy *“This is an attractive, well-produced book providing much information about new and exciting discoveries being achieved by good old-fashioned astronomical methods, albeit highly sophisticated. It is refreshingly free from the dilemmas existing in other areas of cosmology—wave/particle duality, string theory, multiverses, et cetera—and I recommend it as well worth reading by any interested layman (who doesn’t feel too strongly about Pluto).” * Observatory Magazine *"This is a truly entertaining and informative book, but the reason I’m giving it the full five stars has as much to do with the refreshing novelty of the author’s style as anything else. There’s novelty in the subject-matter too—the wide variety of recently discovered exoplanets orbiting other stars. . . . He’s a professional astronomer too, though you wouldn’t guess that from his writing style, which is as straightforward and lucid as science writing gets." * PopularScience.co.uk *"Twenty Worlds describes planets beyond our solar system. Though long imagined in science fiction novels and films, these 'exoplanets' have only been discovered since the 1990s. Author Deacon, an expert on this topic affiliated at the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy in Heidelberg, writes in a conversational manner that is far different from the stiff exposition of a science textbook. Yet he conveys as much about how astronomers deduce the physical and chemical properties of exoplanets as he does about the planets themselves. While thousands of exoplanets are now known, Deacon's text comprises only twenty short chapters, each devoted to a single planet, or to a solar system of planets orbiting around their own sun. These are not necessarily the most interesting or unusual planets, but each one is exploited to introduce one method or another by which researchers have deduced the nature of objects of its type, such as their size, mass, and orbit, or whether they are rocky, gaseous, atmosphere-bearing, aqueous, possibly habitable, or even perhaps composed of diamond. The reader who sets out to enjoy a popular account may end up with a serious understanding . . . of these alien worlds. Recommended." * Choice *"With Deacon's book we not only see that there are a multitude of worlds out there, but the variety and conditions in which they were born are as strange as we could hope to imagine. They all have individual characteristics, some similar to our own family, others bizarrely different. His choice of worlds, I feel, has been carefully done, to show the known variety in the family of discovered planets. . . . Deacon's style of writing is easy to follow and keeps the reader interested throughout. . . . The book was very enjoyable to read and the 200 pages kept the reader wanting more, I genuinely felt I was both entertained and informed." * Physics Education *"A wonderfully enjoyable tour of twenty diverse worlds that orbit distant stars. Deacon uses simple ideas from science to show us how each world has its own personality—its own story. Twenty Worlds is an accessible introduction to some of the most exciting discoveries in astronomy." -- Michael E. Summers, professor of planetary sciences and astronomy, George Mason University
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Springer International Publishing AG Building and Using Binoscopes
Book SynopsisCovering both homemade and commercial products, this book provides the reader with simple and straightforward information about the modeling, building, and use of binoscopes. Binoscopes can be thought of as binoculars enlarged to the size of telescopes - essentially, a combination of the two. Constructing a binoscope is easier than most people think, but it still demands attention to detail and proper background knowledge. The author goes on to provide additional information about the products currently on the market, should the reader choose to purchase one instead of building it. Lastly, the book also compares binoscopes with telescopes in great detail, outlining the differences the reader can expect to see in the night sky from using both. The celestial views obtained with a binoscope, compared to a single telescope of the same aperture, are a very different experience.The new edition emphasizes the obvious advantages of viewing celestial objects through a binoscope. There are also many new photos and additional information on the latest equipment and some very special and rare equipment a collector might be interested in. Newly added cartoons and additional images of beautiful deep sky objects in each of the chapters makes reading the book a more enjoyable experience. Finally, there is a new comet discovery form and guide to follow for such discoveries, and a complete list of Messier objects for those interested in searching for these.Table of ContentsAbout the Author.- Why Binoscopes?- Optical Designs.- Binoculars Are Binoscopes.- Riverside Telescope Makers Conference (RTMC).- Homemade Binoscopes.- One of a Kind.- Odds and Ends.- Equatorial Drive Platforms.- Equatorial versus Altazimuth.- Binoculars of the Third Kind.- Appendix 1: Astronomical Formulae.- Appendix 2: Glossary.- Index.
£37.99
Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Exoplaneten: Die Suche nach einer zweiten Erde
Book SynopsisDie Erforschung des Weltalls und die Suche nach anderen Planeten entwickeln sich in den letzten Jahren rasant. Trotz begrenzter technischer Möglichkeiten wurden schon über 450 extrasolare Planeten entdeckt. Diese Einführung in die Forschung gibt detaillierte Einblicke in die Methodik, Missionen und Ergebnisse der Thematik sowie einen Ausblick auf zukünftige Fortschritte, wie die Entdeckung erdähnlicher Planeten binnen weniger als einem Jahrzehnt. Weltführende Experten kommentieren allgemeinverständlich und fundiert die Entwicklungen. Für die zweite Auflage hat der Autor einige Teile des Buches erweitert und überarbeitet sowie aktualisiert.Table of ContentsGeschichte der Planetensuche.- Die Entdeckung der ersten extrasolaren Planeten.- Die Techniken für die Jagd nach Exoplaneten.- Teleskope und Missionen für die Suche nach Exoplaneten.- Das erste Bild einer fremden Welt.- Biosignaturen und die Schwierigkeiten bei der Suche nach Exoplaneten.- Welche Typen von Exoplaneten gibt es?- Die interessantesten Exoplaneten.- Zukünftige Entwicklungen.- Leben im Universum.- Die Suche nach auβerirdischen Intelligenzen.
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Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Wanderer am Himmel: Die Welt der Planeten in
Book SynopsisWir können sie mit bloßem Auge oder mit Teleskopen über den Himmel wandern sehen - aber kennen wir unsere kosmische Nachbarschaft wirklich? Wie viel wissen wir von den gewaltigen Vulkanen, den Klüften in ewiger Finsternis, den rasenden Stürmen und eisigen Ozeanen? Und wer weiß zu sagen, wer eigentlich der Gott Mars war, der dem roten Planeten seinen Namen lieh? Welche Mythen erzählt man sich von Venus und Merkur - und wer sind eigentlich Sedna und Makemake?Durch dieses Buch werden Sie die Planeten des Sonnensystems mit neuen Augen sehen. Von der Venus über den ringgeschmückten Saturn und bis hinaus zu den einsamen Zwergplaneten jenseits der Neptunbahn begeben sich die Autoren auf eine spannende Reise. In übersichtlichen Kapiteln entsteht so ein eindrucksvoller, packender und klar verständlicher Einstieg in die Astronomie und den aktuellen Stand der Planetenforschung. Jedem astronomischen Kapitel folgt ein Kapitel zu den Mythen der Göttergestalten, die den Himmelskörpern ihre Namen geben. Von Mesopotamien und Ägypten über die griechisch-römische Antike bis zu nordischen und weltweiten Mythen begibt sich der Leser dabei auf eine spannende Reise in die Vergangenheit.Die besondere Stärke von 'Wanderer am Himmel' liegt in der Begeisterung der Autoren für Ihr Gebiet, die sich in den unzähligen liebevoll zusammengetragenen Details, klugen Erläuterungen und mitreißenden Beschreibungen wiederfindet. Die Krönung des Buches sind nicht zuletzt die einzigartigen und speziell für dieses Buch angefertigten Zeichnungen der bekannten und beliebten Illustratorin Caryad. In der erfolgreichen Reihe, in der bereits 'Universum für alle' und 'Faszinierende Physik' erschienen sind, ist mit 'Wanderer am Himmel' erneut ein Lesebuch entstanden, das zum Blättern und Entdecken einlädt, zum Lesen und Träumen – ein gemütliches, aber auch kluges Sachbuch, fürs Bett, für den Couchtisch, zum Genießen, Verlieben und Verschenken."Auf gekonnte Art - unterstützt durch beeindruckende Bilder, interessante Fakten und unterhaltsame Anekdoten - werden dem Leser zwei spannende Welten nahegelegt: Die Planeten unseres Sonnensystems und die Mythologie, die sich hinter ihren Namen verbirgt. Definitiv lesenswert!"Boris Lemmer, Deutscher Meister im Science SlamDie AutorenThomas Römer hat Physik und Astronomie studiert und ist Redakteur für Phantastische Medien sowie erfolgreicher Entwickler von Fantasy-Rollenspielen. Seine kreative Begeisterung hat er in diesem Buch zur Entfaltung gebracht. Vera Zingsem studierte Theologie, befasste sich aber später mit dem Gebiet der Spiritualität im umfassenderen Sinn, wobei sie ein besonderes Augenmerk auf die weiblichen Aspekte legt. Sie hat mittlerweile mehrere erfolgreiche Bücher zu mythologischen Themen verfasst. Caryad ist eine weithin bekannte Illustratorin. Mit Ihren einzigartigen Handzeichnungen gibt sie den mythologischen Figuren eine unvergessliche Eigenart.Trade Review“... Übersichtlich, mit zahlreichen Fotos und Grafiken aufbereitete und leicht verständliche Fakten, angenehm geschriebene Geschichten aus der Mythologie verschiedener Kulturen ... zu einer leicht verdaulichen und optisch schön gestalteten populärwissenschaftlichen Lektüre.” (Michael Bahner, in: Buchrezicenter.de, 2. Oktober 2015)“... "Wanderer am Himmel" bietet eine umfassende Zusammenstellung der Astronomie und der Mythologie. ... Das Buch lädt zum Lesen ein, ist aber auch ein Nachschlagewerk. Wer hineinliest und sich faszinieren lässt, der wird beim nächsten Blick in den nächtlichen Himmel eine ganz andere Sicht auf die Sternenwelt und insbesondere auf die Planeten unserer kosmischen Nachbarschaft gewinnen und genießen.“ (E. Weiß, in: Mittelbayerische Zeitung, 22. Dezember 2014)“… Die vielen herausragenden Bilder und Fotografien, die anwendungsfreundlichen astronomischen Erklärungen zu den Gestirnen unseres Sonnensystems und auch die mythologischen. ... Mit einfacher Sprache, tollen Bildern und einer gesunden Mischung aus Wissenschaft und Mythendeutung ...“ (Ragan Tanger, in: webcritics.de, 27.November 2014) "… ein Buch fürs Leben." (Susanne Veil, in: Stuttgarter Zeitung, 19. Dezember 2014)Table of ContentsMensch und Kosmos.- Keplers Uhrwerk: Was sind und woher kommen die Planeten?- Das Sonnensystem.- Sonne.- Merkur.- Venus.- Erde.- Luna.- Mars.- Asteroidengürtel.- Jupiter.- Saturn.- Uranus.- Neptun.- Kuipergürtel.-Literaturverzeichnis und Buchempfehlungen.- Index
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Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Die Vierte Dimension der Schöpfung: Gott, Natur
Book SynopsisIst Gott, wie ihn der christliche Glaube bekennt, vereinbar mit dem naturwissenschaftlichen Weltbild? Physiker sind sich weitgehend darin einig, dass ihre auf Experimenten in der Energie-Materie-Welt beruhende Wissenschaft in Sachen Religion nichts widerlegen oder beweisen kann. Und dennoch wird die Frage weiterhin viel diskutiert. Reiner Kümmel, Professor der theoretischen Physik, beschreibt in diesem Buch das Naturverständnis der modernen Physik, das von Relativitätstheorie und Quantenmechanik geprägt wird. Demgemäß ist die Zeit die vierte Dimension der Welt. Zusammen mit den drei räumlichen Dimensionen ist sie im Urknall aus Energie entstanden. Ihr Fließen macht sich durch die Produktion von Entropie, sprich Unordnung, bemerkbar, die unsere Gesellschaft in Krise und Umbruch treibt. Beobachtete natürliche Ereignisse und Strukturen zeigen uns eine Welt, in der Gegegensätze zusammenfallen. Der Autor weist darauf hin, dass diese "Coincidentia Oppositorum" auch Gott eignet. Sie führt zur "Creatio Continua", in der Gott, überzeitlich und jederzeit, die gesamte Schöpfung von ihrem Anfang bis zum Ende schafft und sieht. Das Buch versucht eine Darstellung des Sehens in die Zeit, an dem vielleicht auch wir einst teilhaben dürfen. Es wendet sich an alle, die sich fragen, woher wir kommen und wohin wir gehen und eröffnet eine Sicht auf Gott und die Welt, in der Glaube und Naturwissenschaft gut zusammen passen.Table of Contents1. Vorschau: Zeitreise mit Walther.- 2. Gott.- 3. Natur.- 4. Brückenschlag - von der Physik zum Glauben an Gott.- 5. Nachlese - Kern und Beiwerk kirchlicher Lehre
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Religion and Outer Space
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Religion and Outer Space
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Cambridge University Press The Astronomical Scrapbook Skywatchers Pioneers and Seekers in Astronomy
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Cambridge University Press The Moon Observers Handbook
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Cambridge University Press The Giant Planet Jupiter 6 Practical Astronomy Handbooks Series Number 6
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Cambridge University Press Looking for Life Searching the Solar System
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Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Dictionary of Space Technology
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Cambridge University Press Pluto Sentinel of the Outer Solar System
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Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Guide to the Constellations
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Cambridge University Press The EverChanging Sky A Guide to the Celestial Sphere
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Cambridge University Press Advanced Amateur Astronomy
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Cambridge University Press Advanced Amateur Astronomy
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Cambridge University Press Cometography Volume 3 19001932 A Catalog of Comets
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Cambridge University Press A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy 8 Practical Astronomy Handbooks Series Number 8
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Cambridge University Press A Practical Guide to CCD Astronomy
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Cambridge University Press David Levys Guide to Variable Stars
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Cambridge University Press The Cambridge Dictionary of Space Technology
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Cambridge University Press The Amateur Astronomers Introduction to the Celestial Sphere
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Cambridge University Press The Planet Observers Handbook 2ed
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Cambridge University Press Stargazing 2ed Astronomy without a Telescope
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Cambridge University Press Space the Final Frontier
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Cambridge University Press On the Shores of the Unknown A Short History of the Universe
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Cambridge University Press Payload and Mission Definition in Space Sciences
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HarperCollins Publishers Astronomy Photographer of the Year Collection 2
Book SynopsisAll the winning and shortlisted images from the 2013 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, which is organized by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich.Trade Review"a magnificent treat for astronomers everywhere" Good Book Guide “This is an ideal gift for lovers of photography, astronomy and the natural world.” The Irish News "A truly stunning collection of images from some of the world's top amateur astrophotographers" – Will Gater (Astronomer) “a useful guide for anyone hoping to develop their astrophotography skills.” Outdoor Photography
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HARPER COLLINS PUBLISHERS The Moon A Celebration of our Celestial
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WW Norton & Co The Book of Universes
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable tour of the strange and wonderful universes that modern physics posits might-just might-be out there.
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WW Norton & Co The Book of Universes
Book Synopsis“There can be few better guides to the bewildering array of potential universes, and none so readable or entertaining.”—Manjit Kumar, The IndependentTrade Review"Starred Review. A narrative laced with humor and poetry . . . mind-expanding." -- Booklist"A solid overview of the evolution of cosmology, with illuminating coverage of the current state of the art." -- Kirkus Reviews"As it turns out, exercising the brain cells in thinking about such matters is great fun, and The Book of Universes is an excellent place to start such an exploration." -- New Statesman"Entertaining and accessible." -- Publishers Weekly
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Houghton Mifflin Field Guide to Stars and Planets
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Random House USA Inc Discover the Stars Starwatching Using the Naked
Book SynopsisAn accessible, informative guide to identifying constellations and other incredible features of the sky, whether you’re hiking, camping, or stargazing from your backyard. Discover the Stars leads you on a tour of all the stars and constellations visible with the naked eye and introduces you to deep-sky objects that can be seen with binoculars or a simple telescope. The tour is conducted by the editor of Astronomy magazine, Richard Berry, whose two-color, computer-plotted sky maps and clear instructions make stargazing fun and productive from your first night out.The heart of Discover the Stars is two sections of big, beautiful sky maps and charts. The first section features twelve maps that show the entire sky overhead as it appears during each month of the year. These outline all the constellations visible anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, and the accompanying text reveals the rich ancient mythology that surrounds the star groups.T
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Houghton Mifflin Peterson First Guide to Astronomy Second Edition
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Transworld Publishers Ltd A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos
Book SynopsisTo the beginner, the star-filled night sky can seem mysterious and unfathomable. But with this book as a guide the awesome nature of the Cosmos is brought down to Earth. Over the course of twelve chapters Mark Thompson, one of the presenters on BBC One's Stargazing Live and the resident astronomer on ITV's The Alan Titchmarsh Show, will take you on a journey through space, tackling the key concepts of astronomy and unlocking the secrets of the sky. From the origins of our Universe to the ever evolving techniques used to explore deep space, A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos traces the journey of galactic discovery that has obsessed mankind for thousands of years.Accompanying the narrative, a series of monthly sky guides focus on the astronomical highlights visible at each given time of year, with handy charts to show you exactly what to look for and how to navigate around the sky at night. As fascinating as it is accessible, A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos is a must for anyone who gazes up and wishes they knew more about the final frontier...Trade ReviewMark is a wonderful promoter of Astronomy. He's tremendously knowledgeable about the geography of the night sky, guiding the experienced amateur and complete novice with equal skill and passion. -- Professor Brian CoxAn admirably clear and concise guide to the wonders of the night sky, which will give anyone with a hankering to rise above the humdrum a toehold in the heavens. This is a book to get people started, whether keen amateurs or clueless professionals. -- Marcus Chown * New Scientist *I was captivated... a thoroughly good read. I wholeheartedly recommend A Down To Earth Guide... as an entertaining, exciting read, but also as solid reference material for any amateur astronomer. -- Ian O'Neill * Discovery Space *This book alone would be a good start for any budding Patrick Moore. * Engineering and Technology Magazine *Mark Thompson’s book tackles what most imagine to be a very complicated topic, opening up a whole new area of our universe in the most simple and straightforward manner. The reader is given a fascinating insight into our night sky and anyone who reads it will find themselves standing outside staring into that dark and deep abyss. * We Love This Book *A fantastic book that's perfect for both those interested in the science of the stars and those looking to do some observing themselves. Wonderfully written and accessible to astronomers of all ages and levels. This brilliant book is definitely worth picking up. * All About Space *
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Sun
Book SynopsisSeymour Simon presents a fascinating introduction to the star that is the center of our Solar System.Young readers will love exploring the wonders of the sun, from the constant nuclear explosions at its core to the sea of boiling gases that forms its surface.Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.This book includes an author''s note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd Fly Me to the Moon
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Ibis Press When The Dragon Wore The Crown Center and Circle
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St Martin's Press Alien Earths
Book SynopsisLisa''s breezy narrative style invites you to experience with her the challenges and joys of being a scientist on the frontier of discovery. Neil deGrasse Tyson, Astrophysicist, American Museum of Natural HistoryHorizon-expanding... [Kaltenegger] has something of Sagan's knack for eliciting wonder. The Times A superb testament to the scientific virtue of curious wonder. Wall Street JournalFor thousands of years, humans have wondered whether we''re alone in the cosmos. Now, for the first time, we have the technology to investigate. But once you look for life elsewhere, you realize it is not so simple. How do you find it over cosmic distances? What actually is life? As founding director of Cornell University''s Carl Sagan Institute, astrophysicist Lisa Kaltenegger has built a team of tenacious scientists from many disciplines to create a specialized toolkit to find life on faraway worlds. In Alien Earths,
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Barcharts, Inc Science Fundamentals 4 Earth Space
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National Geographic Society The Hubble Cosmos
Book SynopsisIn this astronomically spectacular, large-format photographic retrospective, National Geographic celebrates the impact of the Hubble Space Telescope in its 25th anniversary year. Highlighting the most eye-popping images, significant discoveries, and many ways that this telescope''s visions have revolutionized our understanding of the universe, this book wil appeal to space aficionados and photography buffs alike. The Hubble Telescope has now gazed into deep space for 25 years, imaging galaxies, nebulas, and supernovas for a new picture of the universe and our place in it. In honor of its 25th anniversary, space historians David DeVorkin and Robert Smith team up again to tell the stories of 25 iconic moments in the illustrious telescope''s career, illustrated with breathtaking, never-before-seen images. Here are the major challenges and triumphs, the key scientific findings, the brilliant scientists behind the scenes, and the public''s love affair with a space telescope.Trade Review"Every Hubble Space Telescope photo is met with equal measure of awe and wonder." —International Business Times"Visually stunning...this compendium will blow your earth-based mind." —New York Post
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National Geographic Society Star Trek The Official Guide to Our Universe
Book SynopsisA big, beautiful beginner''s guide to the cosmos - planets, stars, galaxies, and beyond - through the Star Trek lens. For the science enthusiasts among Star Trek fans and the parents looking for gift books that offer education with entertainment. As Star Trek celebrates its 50th anniversary, this book reveals the real science behind its fantastic and beloved fictions, inviting readers to step outside, gaze up at the night sky, and observe some of the destinations the Starfleet has visited. Many of the galactic destinations featured in Star Trek over the years - multiple star systems, alien worlds, supernova explosions, emission nebulae, voracious black holes - are scientifically valid, so much so that one can step out and view them in the night sky. In this book astronomy educator Andrew Fazekas, The Night Sky Guy, takes you on that journey, starting with specific Star Trek voyages, explaining the science behind them, and guiding you in observing and learning more about the real-univerTrade Review"The handsomely illustrated compendium looks at space, intergalactic travel, the possibility of alien life and dozens of other topics through the prism of the characters, plots, themes, weaponry, gadgets and other ideas interwoven into Star Trek." --Parade"This book is excellent....It's thorough and clever, and just fun." —Revolution Science Fiction“This guide is for anyone ready to launch their own mission into space—the final frontier. Your personal voyage to explore strange new worlds begins here.”-StarTrek.com“For Star Trek fans and budding stargazers who are ready to launch their own space mission, this inventive book blends science and fiction, making learning fun.”-Able Greenspan Review“…compact and clearly explained charts show how you can beam yourself up and join the crew on their voyages—at least in spirit.”- The Jersey Journal“The blend of real astronomy and bits of Star Trek lore and information is really charming, and will put any Trekkie (or Trekker) into some form of long-term astronomical hypnosis.”-Astronomy Online“Stunningly illustrated with hundreds of full-color images—artists’ interpretations, images generated by NASA missions, and stills of favorite Star Trek scenes and characters—here is an incomparable voyage toward the final frontier.”-Libraryofscience.net“National Geographic…tackles the topic with its strengths: Great photos, mind-blowing color graphics and strong layout and design.”-Wilmington Star News
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National Geographic Society Mars
Book SynopsisThe next frontier in space exploration is Mars, the red planet. National Geographic goes years fast-forward to take a peek into the gravity-defying world of outer space with stunning photography, amazing visuals, and strong science. This companion book to the National Geographic Channel series dramatizes the next 25 years as humans land on and learn to live on Mars. Filled with vivid photographs taken on Earth, in space, and on Mars; arresting maps; and commentary from the world’s top planetary scientists, this fascinating book will take you millions of miles away—and decades into the future—to our next home in the solar system.Trade Review"This big, welcoming book—brimming with mind-revving photographs and artists’ conceptions and written with verve and precision by David—provides the foundation on which the scientifically rigorous, speculatively imaginative series was built." —Booklist"What a spectacular and captivating book. The text is expertly written, really engaging, and captures the optimism we all feel." —Pascal Lee, Planetary Scientist, Mars Institute
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Chronicle Books A Cloud a Day
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC First Light
Book SynopsisFirst Light opens a window into a previously dark and secret time in our Universe''s history the time when the first starts were born.Astronomers have successfully observed a great deal of the Universe''s history, from recording the afterglow of the Big Bang to imaging thousands of galaxies, and even to visualising an actual black hole. There''s a lot for astronomers to be smug about. But when it comes to understanding how the Universe began and grew up we are literally in the dark ages. In effect, we are missing the first one billion years from the timeline of the Universe.This brief but far-reaching period in the Universe''s history, known to astrophysicists as the ''Epoch of Reionisation'', represents the start of the cosmos as we experience it today. The time when the very first stars burst into life, when darkness gave way to light. After hundreds of millions of years of dark, uneventful expansion, one by the one these stars suddenly came into beiTrade ReviewAn illuminating—and entertaining—look at the earliest stars of our cosmos. Chapman is a witty and straightforward guide … and her enthusiasm for the chase is infectious. First Light conveys the wonder and mystery of darkness suddenly illuminated by magnificent starlight. * Washington Post *Thoroughly engaging … allows us to see science in the making, chronicles current attempts to reveal this hidden era — what we know and what we don’t know. Chapman herself is in the thick of this endeavor and serves as a wonderful guide, whose voice is reminiscent of Carl Sagan’s, although with an extra and very welcome dollop of impish humor. * Wall Street Journal *First Light is a fantastic debut on the popular science scene for Emma Chapman that fleshes out the context around these two key functions. My opinion: come for the state-of-the-art on the first stars, stay for the comprehensive primer on modern cosmology, and revel in the footnotes. * Nature Astronomy *First Light is a dispatch from the frontiers of science, from a brain fizzing with ideas and energy. * Chris Lintott, BBC Sky at Night *Her everyday examples of complex concepts are conversational, witty and elucidating … Chapman manages to effectively convey the gist of most of this most complicated of space sciences … Chapman's most valuable asset here, aside from her obvious expertise, is her enthusiasm ... All of this is astounding, so much so that it almost defies explication, which is why it is such a treat to have someone of Chapman's stature willing to carry us along as she reaches for these ancient stars. * The Minneapolis Star Tribune *Throughout First Light, Chapman’s authenticity and humour shine through … In short, this is a charming book that is as fun to read as it is informative, making it as ideal for the casual reader as for those with an existing understanding of the field. * Physics World *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1: Over the Rainbow 2: Where is Population III? 3: The Small Bang 4: A Lucky Cloud of Gas 5: The Dark Ages 6: Fragmenting Stars 7: Stellar Archaeology 8: Galactic Cannibalism 9: The Cosmic Dusk 10: The Epoch of Reionisation 11: Unknown Unknowns References Acknowledgements Index
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Pen & Sword Books Ltd Photographing the Deep Sky: Images in Space and
Book SynopsisSpectacular nebulae where stars are born, beautiful star clusters from the early formation of the Milky Way, and galaxies as far as a billion light years away, all feature in this book of stunning images from astro photographer Chris Baker. The author takes the reader on a journey through time and space to the Deep Sky, far beyond our Solar System. It is a pictorial description of the awe-inspiring wondrous objects that exist “out there”. The images are of objects from hundreds to many millions of light years away; distances of such enormity are hard for our minds to grasp. The book presents fascinating information on what the Earth was like when the light started its earth-bound journey through space. For example, as the light left the Andromeda Galaxy 2.5 million years ago on its interstellar journey to Chris’s telescope, the Himalayas are still being raised. Chapters are included describing the basics of astrophotography, as modern telescopes and cameras make this a rewarding hobby well within reach of the amateur astronomer. Chris describes his observatory in the mountains of Spain along with practical guidance on how to get started in astronomy. With a concise, clear discussion on the background of astronomical science, this is above all, a book to celebrate the beauty and fascination of space.
£23.75
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Yearbook of Astronomy 2022
Book SynopsisThe Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 is the Diamond Jubilee edition of this iconic publication, the annual appearance of which has been eagerly anticipated by astronomers, both amateur and professional, ever since this invaluable book first appeared in 1962\. As the preface to the 1962 edition informed its readers, the post-war years had seen a tremendous growth of interest in astronomy and space research. Doubtless fuelled by the dawn of the Space Age, the launch of Sputnik 1 in October 1957 marked a significant change in the course of history. This epoch-making event, coupled with the subsequent flights of Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin (April 1961) and American astronaut Alan Shepard (May 1961), served to engender a public interest in astronomy and space that has continued to grow and expand to this day. Maintaining its appealing style and presentation, the Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 contains comprehensive jargon-free monthly sky notes and an authoritative set of sky charts to enable backyard astronomers and sky gazers everywhere to plan their viewing of the year's eclipses, comets, meteor showers and minor planets as well as detailing the phases of the Moon and visibility and locations of the planets throughout the year. To supplement all this is a variety of entertaining and informative articles, a feature for which the Yearbook of Astronomy is known. In the 2022 edition the reader is presented with articles covering a wide range of topics including A History of the Amateur Astronomical Society: 1962 to 2022; Expanding Cosmic Horizons; Frank Drake and His Equation; Remote Telescopes; Skies Over Ancient America and others. The Yearbook of Astronomy continues to be essential reading for anyone lured and fascinated by the magic of astronomy. It remains an inspiration to amateur and professional astronomers alike, and warrants a place on the bookshelf of all stargazers and watchers of the Universe.
£23.28
