The Universe and Beyond (Universe & Beyond) - Hardcover

Dickinson, Terence

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1554076404 ISBN 13: 9781554076406

Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

A fact-packed, up-to-date guide to the universe written by best-selling astronomy author Terence Dickinson.

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Review:

[Review of earlier edition: ] This impressive volume provides an excellent overview of the heavens for the general reader. What sets it apart from a multitude of other books of its type is a lively, informative text and dozens of stunning photographs and illustrations. It is a delight to read and a delight for the eye.-- (01/01/2000) [Review of earlier edition: ] The 'beyond' subjects include cosmology, dark matter, extra-terrestrial life, UFO's, and the ultimate fate of the universe ... Lavishly illustrated with astrophotos, artworks and diagrams.--Astronomy [Review of earlier edition: ] Terence Dickinson has produced another gem in Universe and Beyond, now in its fourth and expanded edition... Every page is full of visual impact both photographically and graphically. Each illustration is complemented with an in-depth caption.-- (02/01/2005) [Review of earlier edition: ] [Of two books reviewed] Dickinson devotes considerably more space to (highly speculative) discussions of extraterrestrial life. His upbeat book, displaying an abundance of stunning photographs and space art, is by far the more appealing... Recommended for all libraries.-- (01/01/1999) [Review of earlier edition: ] Chosen as one of the "Best Books for Junior High and Young Adult 2005" by Science Books and Films.--Science Books and Films (01/01/2006) [Review of earlier edition: ] Excellent book... exceedingly well written and filled with stunning photos and illustrations, the book is one of the best I have seen so far for use by general audiences of astronomically curious readers.-- (05/01/2005) [Review of earlier edition: ] The Universe and Beyond is an excellent overview of the cosmos... Lavishly illustrated with both full-color photographs and artist's paintings, the book is comprehensive (no small feat when discussing the universe) and well organized... The explanations that help the average person comprehend the scale of the universe, combined with the wonderful illustrations, make this book a must-have for anyone interested in astronomy.-- (01/01/2000) [Review of earlier edition: ] The latest update... continues to provide an accessible and wonderfully illustrated tour.-- (05/01/2005) [Review of earlier edition: ] Astronomer Terence Dickinson presents the state of current knowledge and theory about the universe in accessible form. ... Packed with information, its photographic images augmented with explanatory graphics and artistic renderings.-- (12/05/1999)

From the Publisher:

Come on a Journey to the Edge of Space and Time
"This is the best book of its type I have ever seen--not really a textbook, despite its accurate coverage of the most interesting parts of modern astronomy, but not just a coffee table book either, although it is superbly designed, illustrated and produced. It is something in between and marvelous.... Presented with an almost magical combination of authority, wonder, and love."

-Science Books & Film, American Assoc. for the Advancement of Science

"Astronomer Terence Dickinson presents the state of current knowledge and theory about the universe in accessible form." -The Washington Post

Stand on the deserts of Mars. Plunge into the abyss of a giant black hole. Venture to the seething center of our own galaxy.

Through more than 100 full-color illustrations and photographs and an authoritative text by Dickinson, "The Universe and Beyond" takes the reader on a realistic journey from the Earth's surface to the most remote boundaries of the universe--and farther.

Using recent astronomical discoveries--not science fiction--Dickinson describes massive cannibal galaxies, unveils the mysteries of quasars and outlines the inevitable fate of our ever-expanding universe.

About this edition

• Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1554076404
• ISBN 13: 9781554076406
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 208