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Accidental Astronomy
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Author : Chris Lintott
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2024-06-11
Accidental Astronomy written by Chris Lintott and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-06-11 with Science categories.
A "riveting real-life Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" (The Telegraph) and "whirlwind tour of wondrous celestial phenomena" (The Idler) shows why so much of astronomy comes down to looking up and lucking out If you learn about the scientific method, you learn that first we hypothesize about something we’ve experienced, and then we look for more of it. This works well enough—but what if you are interested in studying a heretofore unknown comet or supernova? That is the essential problem of the astronomer: the most important discoveries happen without notice! Indeed, as Chris Lintott argues in Accidental Astronomy, luck defines astronomy. Lintott explores the ways in which happenstance shapes how we investigate the sky. To catch a glimpse of a comet, asteroid, or even a sign of alien life, we must be in the right place at the right time. And if we can’t be there, we must have a team of professionals and amateurs, across the globe, ready to spring into action at a moment’s—or a night’s—notice. For any astronomer, regardless of their experience or resources, the first step to discovery is the same: to stare at the sky and wait. A celebration of astronomy, stargazing, and cosmic discovery, Accidental Astronomy offers an irresistible window into how luck defines our knowledge of the skies.
Our Accidental Universe
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Author : Chris Lintott
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2024-03-21
Our Accidental Universe written by Chris Lintott and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-03-21 with Science categories.
An astonishing tour of the key astronomical events of the past century, and of all the accidents and human error involved in our pursuit of asteroids, radio waves, new stars and alien life. 'A riveting real-life Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.' Telegraph '‘An enjoyable tour of astronomical discoveries...His excellent book is a layman’s guide to the surprises’ - Daily Mail 'Lintott's boundless enthusiasm for everything cosmic makes it hard to put this book away once you start reading.' BBC Sky at Night Magazine 'Entertaining and enlightening' - The Idler ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... The BBC presenter of 'Sky at Night', and Gresham Professor of Astronomy, Chris Lintott, takes us on an astonishing tour of bizarre accidents, big characters, and human error to tell the story of some of the most important astronomical events of the past hundred years. - Our first views of the earliest galaxies were brought to us by the Hubble Space Telescope when it was pointed at absolutely nothing. - The ice-covered Enceladus, one of Saturn's nearly one hundred moons, was revealed as a possible habitat for life after a by-chance fly by of NASA's Cassini probe on a mission elsewhere. - Pulsars, the spectacular remnants of long-dead massive stars, were discovered as 'scruff' in the data for measurements of the twinkling of possible radio stars. As new telescopes are built on mountaintops and in deserts around the world, aiming to transform our view of the universe once more, Chris Lintott shows us that keeping an open mind will benefit us all - whatever might still be out there for us to find. ........................................................................................................................ Praise for Our Accidental Universe A scientific tour de force.' Dr Becky Smethurst 'Highly recommended.' Tristan Gooley 'Extravagantly entertaining ... warmly informative.' Lev Parikian 'A fascinating look at the strange and alien side of space.' Dr Lucy Rogers More praise for Chris Lintott 'Superbly written insights.' - Professor Brian Cox 'Chris Lintott is a modest genius. He has quietly revolutionized modern astronomy.' Brian May 'Lintott deftly interweaves personal experience and more philosophical ruminations.' Michael West, Nature
The Accidental Universe
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Author : P. C. W. Davies
language : en
Publisher: CUP Archive
Release Date : 1982-09-09
The Accidental Universe written by P. C. W. Davies and has been published by CUP Archive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982-09-09 with Philosophy categories.
This book is a survey of the range of apparently miraculous accidents of nature that have enabled the universe to evolve its familiar structures (atoms, stars, galaxies, and life itself) concludes with an investigation of the so-called anthropic principle.
The Accidental Universe
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Author : Alan Lightman
language : en
Publisher: Vintage
Release Date : 2014-01-14
The Accidental Universe written by Alan Lightman and has been published by Vintage this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-14 with Science categories.
The bestselling author of Einsteins Dreams explores the emotional and philosophical questions raised by recent discoveries in science with passion and curiosity. He looks at the dialogue between science and religion; the conflict between our human desire for permanence and the impermanence of nature; the possibility that our universe is simply an accident; the manner in which modern technology has separated us from direct experience of the world; and our resistance to the view that our bodies and minds can be explained by scientific logic and laws. Behind all of these considerations is the suggestion--at once haunting and exhilarating--that what we see and understand of the world is only a tiny piece of the extraordinary, perhaps unfathomable whole.
Perfect Symmetry
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Author : J. E. Baggott
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 1994
Perfect Symmetry written by J. E. Baggott and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with Science categories.
Buckyballs are hollow-sphere molecules of 60 carbon atoms arranged such that they resemble the famous geodesic domes of Buckminster Fuller. Science writer Baggott recounts how the new form of the common element was developed; the applications of its radically different properties, particularly in high-temperature superconductors; and the implications of its discovery for chemistry and the conception of large carbon structures. Most of his account is accessible to readers with little or no scientific background. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Astronomy And Astrophysics
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1890
Astronomy And Astrophysics written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1890 with Astronomy categories.
Sidereal Messenger A Monthly Review Of Astronomy
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1890
Sidereal Messenger A Monthly Review Of Astronomy written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1890 with Astronomy categories.
Essays On Astronomy
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Author : Richard Anthony Proctor
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1872
Essays On Astronomy written by Richard Anthony Proctor and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1872 with Astronomy categories.
Lucky Science
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Author : Royston M. Roberts
language : en
Publisher: Wiley
Release Date : 1994-10-14
Lucky Science written by Royston M. Roberts and has been published by Wiley this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-10-14 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
An educational and fun book that encourages children to experiment with science by showing them that discoveries may be possible when they least expect it. Every discovery includes history, biography of the discoverer, scientific explanation and a simple, step-by-step experiment to try on their own. In addition to traditional discoveries such as gravity and photography, it features more modern ones like Velcro and Silly Putty. Covers topics in physics, chemistry, astronomy, biology and archaeology.
Essays On Astronomy A Series Of Papers On Planets And Meteors Preceded By A Sketch Of The Life And Work Of Sir J Herschel With Plates Etc
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Author : Richard Anthony PROCTOR
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1872
Essays On Astronomy A Series Of Papers On Planets And Meteors Preceded By A Sketch Of The Life And Work Of Sir J Herschel With Plates Etc written by Richard Anthony PROCTOR and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1872 with categories.