Galaxies

Explore the fascinating world of galaxies with this Very Short Introduction. From Galileo to modern-day observations, discover the secrets of our many hundreds of millions of galactic neighbors. Learn about our own Milky Way in detail, including its spiral structure and the types of stars within it. Find out how the study of galaxies has led to our understanding of the Big Bang and the origins of the Universe. This book also covers exciting discoveries such as black holes, galaxy collisions, and the mysteries of Cold Dark Matter. Written by popular science writer John Gribben, this book is part of the Very Short Introduction series, offering an accessible and engaging introduction to complex topics.