Astronomy: The Evolving Universe - Hardcover

Zeilik, Michael

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9780471522676: Astronomy: The Evolving Universe

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ISBN 10: 0471522678 ISBN 13: 9780471522676

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1991

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Designed to provide readers with an enriched sense of the astronomical world, this edition continues to explain how astronomers think about the cosmos and describes the full range of the astronomical universe. Retaining the structure of previous editions, it is divided into four coherent parts including: the changing conceptions of the cosmos; the planets, both past and present; the universe of stars; the galaxies and cosmic evolution. Innovations in this edition include: revised artwork, consistent symbolism, a runnning glossary of selected terms placed within the margins, the use of four-color photography/printing, the inclusion of the latest findings and theories concerning our planet, our galaxy and the universe.

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' ... it must rank among the most successful and long-lasting of astronomical textbooks ... likely to be of great bebefit to anyone studying the subject at school, and those contemplating teaching an evening class could do a lot worse than to base their course on this text. it is a first class recommendation not only for the student but also for the interested layman.' Robert Argyle, The Observatory

'Zeilik is an academic who has used his research into astronomy education to streamline and focus his textbook, and his experience is readily apparent. It is well structured, with diagrams on most pages and a number of attractive images. ... Further activities are contained in a companion book and there are other resources available on a linked web site. This book is easy to read and is a good introduction to popular astronomy. Astronomy Now

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This highly illustrated textbook for a one-semester introduction to astronomy describes the full range of the astronomical universe and how astronomers think about the cosmos. This ninth edition is more streamlined than earlier editions, presenting only that material needed by students. Each topic is presented in a patient, engaging manner, and includes the latest astronomical research.

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