Black Hole
How an Idea Abandoned by Newtonians, Hated by Einstein, and Gambled On by Hawking Became Loved
Marcia Bartusiak
Explore the fascinating and bizarre world of black holes, the most contentious celestial object in the universe. This engrossing book tells the story of the heated debates among physicists and astronomers about the existence of black holes, and the contributions of renowned thinkers like Einstein and Hawking. Celebrating the hundredth anniversary of general relativity, this book sheds light on the history behind this dazzling idea, the frustrating battles over its acceptance, and the surprising phenomena that transformed our understanding of the universe.
Publish Date
2015-04-28T00:00:00.000Z
2015-04-28T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.09
ISBN
9780300219661
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