This collection of `New Scientist' articles by a range of eminent astronomers from all branches of the discipline is a mine of fascinating historical and contemporary detail. Taken together, the pieces range acress optical astronomy, infra-red, ultra-violet, X- and gamma ray, millimetre and radiowaves to present an absorbing picture of the development and excitement of present-day astronomy for amateur enthusiasts. The contributors include Nigel Calder, Sir Fred Hoyle, Sir Martin Ryle and Graham Smith.
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Trade Paperback. Condition: Good +. First Paperback Edition. G+, Edgewear, heavy crease to front cover, dealer stamp, ink number, spine fade. A New Scientist Guide. 288 pages, including the index. Expanded condition report/scan on request. Seller Inventory # 023932
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. 288 pages. cover worn and spoiled. ex-libraryEssays discuss the findings of modern research in astronomy and trace the dev elopment of optical, radio, and infrared telescopes. Seller Inventory # 4746aj
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Seller: Richard Sylvanus Williams (Est 1976), WINTERTON, United Kingdom
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