The Astronomy Book
Big Ideas Simply Explained
Jacqueline Mitton
Explore the wonders of the universe with this essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy. From ancient times to the present day, you'll discover our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos. Covering topics from the Copernican Revolution to recent scientific theories, this book clarifies hard-to-grasp concepts with flowcharts, graphics, and illustrations. Learn about key astronomers like Galileo, Newton, Hubble, and Hawking, and their groundbreaking theories and discoveries. With over 7 million copies sold worldwide, this award-winning Big Ideas Simply Explained book is perfect for anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.
Publish Date
2017-09-05T00:00:00.000Z
2017-09-05T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2012
Goodreads Rating
4.3
ISBN
9781465464187
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