Chapman, Allan
Comets, Cosmology and the Big Bang: A history of astronomy from Edmond Halley to Edwin Hubble 1700 2000
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745980317
- author:
- Chapman, Allan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Lion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 576
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 centimetres (0.70 kg)
- Genre:
- History, General, Science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Comets, Cosmology and the Big Bang: A History of Astronomy from Edmond Halley to Edwin Hubble A comprehensive history of astronomy, spanning nearly three centuries, from the 17th century to the present day. This book explores the key figures and discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the universe, including Halley, Hooke, Herschel, Hubble, and Hoyle, as well as the contributions of pioneering women astronomers. The story of astronomy is one of major breakthroughs and discoveries, from the Milky Way to the Big Bang, the atom, and the search for life beyond Earth. The book also delves into the history of space exploration, including the US-Soviet space race and the impact of Sir Patrick Moore's television show, The Sky at Night, on the public's fascination with astronomy. With its engaging narrative and in-depth coverage, this book provides a fascinating insight into the development of astronomy and its ongoing quest to understand the universe.
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