Items related to The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Synopsis
World-renowned astrophysicist Trinh Xuan Thuan explores the universe, life, and human consciousness in terms of a musical score.
As prelude, Thuan describes the many other cosmologies that preceded the Big Bang theory of creation: the magical universe of cavemen, the ancient Chinese concept of the universe, the mathematical universe introduced by Pythagoras, and the heliocentric universe of Copernicus. He then explores the work of Galileo, Thycho Brahe, and other early scientists before moving on to our current understanding of the universe, the ways in which modern astronomers study the universe, the equipment they use, and their major discoveries.
An examination of the origin and nature of the universe inevitably raises philosophical and religious questions. Thuan examines these questions, presenting a provocative case for the Anthropic Principle and illuminating the place of God in a Big Bang cosmology.
Blending up-to-the-minute descriptions of the forefront of astronomy with thoughtful reflections on science's possible impact on philosophical and religious belief, this sweeping monograph explores the boundary between science and philosophy, science and art, and science and religion. With many beautiful and informative illustrations, The Secret Melody presents an enthralling look at our endless efforts to understand the cosmos and to hear the music of the stars.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Trinh Xuan Thuan has been a professor of astronomy at the University of Virginia since 1976. He currently teaches a course in astronomy for non-scientists. His primary research involves studying very young dwarf galaxies in the local universe. He has written many articles on galaxy formation and evolution, and he is the author of several books for the general public.
Language Notes
Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherTempleton Press
- Publication date2005
- ISBN 10 1932031952
- ISBN 13 9781932031959
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages320
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 59.16
Shipping:
US$ 4.25
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
The Secret Melody : And Man Created the Universe
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 15655769-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # 00038276502
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 2-1932031952-G
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: Irish Booksellers, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. SHIPS FROM USA. Used books have different signs of use and do not include supplemental materials such as CDs, Dvds, Access Codes, charts or any other extra material. All used books might have various degrees of writing, highliting and wear and tear and possibly be an ex-library with the usual stickers and stamps. Dust Jackets are not guaranteed and when still present, they will have various degrees of tear and damage. All images are Stock Photos, not of the actual item. book. Seller Inventory # 1932031952-R
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody and Man Created the Universe
Published by
Templeton Foundation Press, Philadelphia, 2005
ISBN 10: 1932031952
ISBN 13: 9781932031959
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: Yes Books, Portland, ME, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Reprint. A clean, unmarked copy in excellent condition. 313 pages. Seller Inventory # 003953
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: Books of the Smoky Mountains, Del Rio, TN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very good. Gently used book with ongoing seller support until you're fully satisfied with your purchase. Seller Inventory # oldport1932031952
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: very good. Very Good Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think_very_1932031952
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: GoldenDragon, Houston, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: very good. Very Good Copy. Fast Shipment. Seller Inventory # SilverDragon1932031952
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
THE SECRET MELODY : And Man Created the Universe
Published by
Oxford University Press, New York, 1995
ISBN 10: 1932031952
ISBN 13: 9781932031959
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Rare Book Cellar, Pomona, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good in a Very Good dust jacket. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall. Seller Inventory # 67465
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
The Secret Melody: And Man Created the Universe
Seller: GoldBooks, Denver, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think1932031952
Quantity: 1 available