Unfolding Our Universe is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to astronomy. With a clear,crisp text and beautiful colour illustrations,it takes readers to the heart of the Universe - explaining the facts,concepts,methods and frontiers of astronomical science. The book can be read right through without referring to any mathematics. For the more ambitious reader,key points are developed in more detail and basic mathematics provided in self-contained boxes. A unique feature of Unfolding Our Universe is the careful balance it strikes between the basics of the subject and its frontiers. Step by step,it carefully assembles a complete understanding of astronomy. Full colour throughout and a very readable text make this book a delight for the casual reader to browse,while the clear and concise explanations will appeal to amateur astronomers,science teachers and college and university students seeking a no-nonsense introduction to astronomy.
Publisher: Cambridge University PressISBN: 9780521592703Weight: 1423 gDimensions: 279 x 215 x 26 mm
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