Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science: 1 (Integrated Science & Technology Program, 1) - Hardcover
Astronomy is by nature an interdisciplinary activity: it involves mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. Astronomers use (and often develop) the latest technology, the fastest computers and the most refined software. In this book twenty-two leading scientists from nine countries talk about how astronomy interacts with these other sciences. They describe modern instruments used in astronomy and the relations between astronomy and technology, industry, politics and philosophy. They also discuss what it means to be an astronomer, the history of astronomy, and the place of astronomy in society today.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
From the reviews:
“Lasota (Paris Institute of Astrophysics, France) has compiled a very eclectic and engaging mix of essays on astronomy-related topics. ... This is a unique book that fills a niche rarely addressed by other works. ... anyone with an interest in astronomy will find it a good read. Summing Up: Recommended. All levels/libraries.” (T. D. Oswalt, Choice, Vol. 49 (9), May, 2012)
Aus den Rezensionen:
“... Ein Buch über Interdisziplinarität regt dazu an, selbst interdisziplinärer zu denken. Wer bereit ist, diesen mühsamen Weg zu gehen und sich nicht nur für astronomische Ergebnisse, sondern auch für die Astronomie und ihre Vernetzungen selbst interessiert, sollte dieses Buch lesen. Es lohnt sich.“ (MIRCO SANER, in: Sterne und Weltraum, 2012, Issue 6, S. 104 f.)
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherSpringer
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 9400716575
- ISBN 13 9789400716575
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages380
- EditorLasota Jean-Pierre
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
£ 136.03
Shipping:
£ 2.12
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 12654973-n
Buy New
£ 136.03
Convert currency
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science (Integrated Science & Technology Program) [Hardcover ]
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9789400716575
Buy New
£ 138.22
Convert currency
Stock Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science (Integrated Science & Technology Program, 1)
Published by
Springer
(2011)
ISBN 10: 9400716575
ISBN 13: 9789400716575
New
Hardcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # ABLIING23Apr0412070049511
Buy New
£ 147.74
Convert currency
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Published by
Springer Netherlands Aug 2011
(2011)
ISBN 10: 9400716575
ISBN 13: 9789400716575
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 2
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Buch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Astronomy is by nature an interdisciplinary activity: it involves mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. Astronomers use (and often develop) the latest technology, the fastest computers and the most refined software. In this book twenty-two leading scientists from nine countries talk about how astronomy interacts with these other sciences. They describe modern instruments used in astronomy and the relations between astronomy and technology, industry, politics and philosophy. They also discuss what it means to be an astronomer, the history of astronomy, and the place of astronomy in society today. 380 pp. Englisch. Seller Inventory # 9789400716575
Buy New
£ 141.96
Convert currency
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Published by
Springer Netherlands
(2011)
ISBN 10: 9400716575
ISBN 13: 9789400716575
New
Hardcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Gebunden. Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. First book comprehensibly describing interdisciplinary aspects of contemporary astronomy Unique description by top specialists of challenges facing 21st century astronomers Provides historical perspective, including the struggle of astronom. Seller Inventory # 5825638
Buy New
£ 120.44
Convert currency
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Published by
Springer Netherlands
(2011)
ISBN 10: 9400716575
ISBN 13: 9789400716575
New
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Buch. Condition: Neu. Druck auf Anfrage Neuware - Printed after ordering - Astronomy is by nature an interdisciplinary activity: it involves mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. Astronomers use (and often develop) the latest technology, the fastest computers and the most refined software. In this book twenty-two leading scientists from nine countries talk about how astronomy interacts with these other sciences. They describe modern instruments used in astronomy and the relations between astronomy and technology, industry, politics and philosophy. They also discuss what it means to be an astronomer, the history of astronomy, and the place of astronomy in society today. Seller Inventory # 9789400716575
Buy New
£ 145.09
Convert currency
Stock Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Published by
Springer
(2011)
ISBN 10: 9400716575
ISBN 13: 9789400716575
New
Hardcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND Book; New; Fast Shipping from the UK. No. book. Seller Inventory # ria9789400716575_lsuk
Buy New
£ 167.96
Convert currency
Seller Image
Astronomy at the Frontiers of Science
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 12654973-n
Buy New
£ 167.95
Convert currency