Space, Time, Infinity: The Smithsonian Views the Universe

James S.Trefil

ISBN 10: 0394548434 / ISBN 13: 9780394548432

Published by Smithonian Books/Pantheon Books (edition First Edition), 1985

With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0394548434-11-1-29

Synopsis:

Traces the history of astronomy, looks at what we have learned about the Sun, Moon, stars and planets, and identifies key questions which face astronomers of the future

Reviews: Beginning with humankind's earliest views of the cosmos recorded in Egypt, Babylon, and Greece, and evi dence from megalithic sites such as Stonehenge, Trefil quickly traces the rise of Western astronomy to contem porary views of stars, galaxies, and in finity. Issues of cosmology, astrophys ics, and cosmogony are treated lucidly and richly illustrated with hundreds of colored pictures and diagrams. Impor tant unsolved scientific problems are explored, as well as questions such as the existence of extraterrestrial life. Completely up-to-date scientifically, this book tells a story of immense scope. Highly recommended for lay people and a beautiful addition to pub lic libraries. E. Robert Paul, History of Science Program, Dickinson Coll., Carlisle, Pa.
Copyright 1985 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Space, Time, Infinity: The Smithsonian Views...
Publisher: Smithonian Books/Pantheon Books (edition First Edition)
Publication Date: 1985
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
Edition: First Edition.