Archives of the Universe: 100 Discoveries That Transformed Our

Archives of the Universe: 100 Discoveries That Transformed Our Understanding of the Cosmos

An unparalleled history of astronomy presented in the words of the scientists who made the discoveries. Here are the writings of Copernicus, Galileo, Kepler, Newton, Halley, Hubble, and Einstein, as well as that of dozens of others who have significantly contributed to our picture of the universe.

From Aristotle's proof that the Earth is round to the 1998 paper that posited an accelerating universe, this book contains 100 entries spanning the history of astronomy. Award-winning science writer Marcia Bartusiak provides enormously entertaining introductions, putting the material in context and explaining its place in the literature. Archives of the Universe is essential reading for professional astronomers, science history buffs, and backyard stargazers alike.
Country USA
Brand Vintage
Manufacturer Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0375713689_used
Color Multicolor
ReleaseDate 2006-04-11
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780375713682

Country	USA
Brand	Vintage
Manufacturer	Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	0375713689_used
Color	Multicolor
ReleaseDate	2006-04-11
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780375713682

Archives of the Universe: 100 Discoveries That Transformed Our Understanding of the Cosmos