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Celestial Bodies
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Author : Jokha Alharthi
language : en
Publisher: Catapult
Release Date : 2019-10-08
Celestial Bodies written by Jokha Alharthi and has been published by Catapult this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-08 with Fiction categories.
This winner of the 2019 Man Booker International Prize and national bestseller is “an innovative reimagining of the family saga . . . Celestial Bodies is itself a treasure house: an intricately calibrated chaos of familial orbits and conjunctions, of the gravitational pull of secrets" (The New York Times Book Review). In the village of al-Awafi in Oman, we encounter three sisters: Mayya, who marries after a heartbreak; Asma, who marries from a sense of duty; and Khawla, who chooses to refuse all offers and await a reunion with the man she loves, who has emigrated to Canada. These three women and their families, their losses and loves, unspool beautifully against a backdrop of a rapidly changing Oman, a country evolving from a traditional, slave-owning society into its complex present. Through the sisters, we glimpse a society in all its degrees, from the very poorest of the local slave families to those making money through the advent of new wealth. The first novel originally written in Arabic to ever win the Man Booker International Prize, and the first book by a female Omani author to be translated into English, Celestial Bodies marks the arrival in the United States of a major international writer.
Celestial Bodies
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Author : Jokha Alharthi
language : en
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Release Date : 2019-09-03
Celestial Bodies written by Jokha Alharthi and has been published by Allen & Unwin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-09-03 with Fiction categories.
Celestial Bodies is set in the village of al-Awafi in Oman, where we encounter three sisters: Mayya, who marries Abdallah after a heartbreak; Asma, who marries from a sense of duty; and Khawla, who rejects all offers while waiting for her beloved, who has emigrated to Canada. These three women and their families witness Oman evolve from a traditional, slave-owning society, slowly redefining itself after the colonial era, to the crossroads of its complex present. Elegantly structured and taut, Celestial Bodies is a coiled spring of a novel, telling of Oman's coming-of-age through the prism of one family's losses and loves. 'Complex and tangled ... the glimpses into a culture relatively little known in the west are fascinating.' The Guardian 'A book to win over the head and the heart in equal measure, worth lingering over ...' Bettany Hughes, Man Booker International Judge 'A beautifully achieved account of lives pulling at the edges of change.' The Irish Times 'Blends the rhythms of daily life with magic and legend.' Muhammad Barrada 'Delivers the reader immediately into the world of the marginal, forgotten, most subaltern sectors of society.' Ibrahim al-Hajari
Celestial Bodies
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Author : Jokha Alharthi
language : en
Publisher: House of Anansi
Release Date : 2019-10-15
Celestial Bodies written by Jokha Alharthi and has been published by House of Anansi this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-10-15 with Fiction categories.
The first Arabic-language winner of the Man Booker International Prize, Celestial Bodies is a vivid and elegant tale of a family and a nation across decades. In the village of al-Awafi, in Oman, two families are joined by marriage: Mayya, the eldest of three sisters, marries Abdallah, son of a wealthy merchant, after suffering her first heartbreak. Abdallah’s passionate love for his wife goes unrequited; she regards him with a mixture of tolerance and mild amusement. Yet he cannot contend solely with the cares and concerns of a husband and father, haunted as he is by the mysterious death of his mother and vivid recollections of his megalomaniacal father. The couple is orbited by an intricate constellation of individuals, connected by blood, by proximity, by deeply rooted social edifices. Those in their immediate families include Mayya’s sisters — Asma, who aspires to a different kind of life and marriage, and Khawla, who chooses to refuse all offers and await a reunion with the man she loves, who has emigrated to Canada. The three women, their families, their loves, and their losses unspool delicately against a backdrop of a rapidly changing Oman, a country evolving from a traditional, slave-owning society into its complex present. The first ever novel originally written in Arabic to win the Man Booker International Prize, and the first book by a female Omani author to be translated into English, Celestial Bodies is an exquisite literary creation that marks the arrival of a major international talent.
Astronomy
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Author : Samuel Kazlow
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2014-07-15
Astronomy written by Samuel Kazlow and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Astronomy is one of the oldest natural sciences. From ancient times, people have recorded methodical observations of objects in the night sky and attempted to understand the mysteries of the universe. This title provides an engaging and up-to-date presentation of fundamental astronomy facts and principles. The text clearly explains the nature of celestial bodies such as the planets, dwarf planets, stars, moons, asteroids, and comets. It also examines the tools and techniques used by today's astronomers, including high-tech telescopes, spectroscopy, and computer modeling. Enhanced with illuminating images, this title is an ideal introduction to astronomy for a range of readers.
The Attainability Of Heavenly Bodies
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Author : Walter Hohmann
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1960
The Attainability Of Heavenly Bodies written by Walter Hohmann and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1960 with Rockets (Aeronautics) categories.
This work (originally published in 1925) contributes to recognition of the feasibility of space travel. Treated are problems associated with leaving the earth, return to earth, free-space flight, circumnavigation of celestial objects, and landing on other celestial objects.
Essays On The Motion Of Celestial Bodies
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Author : V.V. Beletsky
language : en
Publisher: Birkhäuser
Release Date : 2012-12-06
Essays On The Motion Of Celestial Bodies written by V.V. Beletsky and has been published by Birkhäuser this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Interesting and often unexpected achievements of the mechanics of space flight throw a new light onto several classical problems. The book’s emphasis is on analysis carried out on the level of graphs and drawings, and sometimes numbers, revealing the beauty of the research process leading to the results.
Theories Of Figures Of Celestial Bodies
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Author : Wenceslas S. Jardetzky
language : en
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Release Date : 2013-01-23
Theories Of Figures Of Celestial Bodies written by Wenceslas S. Jardetzky and has been published by Courier Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-01-23 with Science categories.
Suitable for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, this text explores the most exact methods used in the theory of figures of equilibrium. It also examines problems concerning the figures of celestial bodies, including invariable or varying figures, zonal rotation, systems composed of fluid and rigid parts, and more. 1958 edition.
Moonstruck
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Author : Georg Glaeser
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2021-11-08
Moonstruck written by Georg Glaeser and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-08 with Science categories.
The Moon has always been an object of immense fascination for humanity – and not just because of its prominence in the night sky. With its complex orbit, it is far closer to our planet than any other celestial body. Already in ancient Babylon, humans have studied the Moon and its relationship to the planets and constellations. Through incisive texts and illustrations using photos and computer simulations, this book explores the similarities and differences to other planets and their moons, the Moon’s interactions with the Sun and the Earth, and interesting historical associations. In addition to scientifically accurate texts, it contains numerous large-format photographs and graphics that vividly explain the complex phenomenon of the Moon. Richly illustrated, it is designed for anyone interested in astronomy.
Dynamics Of Extended Celestial Bodies And Rings
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Author : Jean J. Souchay
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2006-08-03
Dynamics Of Extended Celestial Bodies And Rings written by Jean J. Souchay and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-03 with Science categories.
Taking both a theoretical and observational perspective, this book is an introduction to recent developments in the field of celestial mechanics. It emphasizes the application to extended celestial bodies and devotes much attention to rotational aspects. In particular, it explains the state of art for accurate modelling of the rotation of celestial bodies such as the Earth, the Moon, and Mercury, which involves principles related to hydrodynamics and geodesy. Comparisons between the light curves of the asteroids and their rotational state are made and spatial techniques leading to the determination of the Earth's gravitational field are explained. Also, the book provides a general overview of the collisional processes in the solar system and of the dynamics of the rings. It is addressed to graduate students and researchers in space sciences and celestial dynamics.
Astronomy With A Home Telescope
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Author : Seth Penricke
language : en
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Release Date : 2015-08-15
Astronomy With A Home Telescope written by Seth Penricke and has been published by Sourcebooks, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-08-15 with Science categories.
See What's Out There To experience the greatest show on Earth, all you have to do is look up. Whether you're stargazing from a bustling city or a small-town backyard, Astronomy with a Home Telescope helps you deepen your appreciation of the diverse, dazzling constellations—with either a home telescope or a pair of binoculars. Ideal for budding astronomers to astronomy buffs, Astronomy with a Home Telescope provides the origin and history behind the celestial bodies and how they came to be in space. Featuring full-color photos, easy-to-follow chapters, and helpful resources, this introductory guide will deepen every astronomy enthusiast's know-how of the night sky. Get set for stargazing, with: Informative profiles of the 50 most common astronomy objects, from the Moon to Mars to Venus, plus fun astronomy pop culture references A double-page spread featuring a clear schedule of solar and lunar eclipses Budget-friendly tips for viewing with the naked eye or binoculars Expert tips for cleaning and maintaining low- or high-powered telescopes Expand your horizons. Astronomy with a Home Telescope is the ideal companion for exploring the cosmos.