About this title: From an historical perspective, this text presents an entirely non- mathematical introduction to astronomy from the first endeavours of the ancients to the current developments in research enabled by cutting edge technological advances. Free of mathematics and complex graphs, the book nevertheless explains deep concepts of space and time, of relativity and quantum mechanics, and of origin and nature of the universe. It conveys not only the intrinsic fascination of the subject, but also the human side and the scientific method as practised by Kepler, defined and elucidated by Galileo, and then ...
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Description: New in New jacket. pp. 302. Introduces the fascinating subject of astronomy in an unusually accessible way. In an historical perspective, enriched by the special attention paid to the lives of the individuals, Wilson presents an entirely non-mathíl. intro. to astronomy. Covers: the first serious observations by the Babylonians in 5000 BC, then the Egyptians, & the intellectual revolín. of the Ancient Greeks in the first millen. B.C. Covers the 15th-17th cent., when the basis for modern science ... read more
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Date Published: 1997
ISBN-13:9780748407484ISBN:0748407480
Description: BRAND NEW HARDBACK. 234 x 156 mm. This book is printed on demand. (allow 1-2 weeks for printing) (320 pages) preface, part one: the early developments in astronomy: the beginning 1. ancient astronomy 2. the greeks 3. the interlude 4. the renaissance, part two: the era of the telescope: the classical post-newtonian period 5. the new natural philosophy 6. astronomy in the early twentieth century, part three: modern astronomy: the new astronomies 7. probing the solar system 8. the stars-their ... read more
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Date Published: 1997
ISBN-13:9780748407484ISBN:0748407480
Description: Hardcover, ex-library, with usual stamps and markings, in good all round condition. Ships within 24 hours. pp., 800grams, ISBN: 0748407480. read more
Description: New. 0748407480 Absolutely Brand New. No marks and in pristine condition. Used items may not include extras such as infotrac, CD or other web access codes. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Date Published: 22/08/1997
ISBN-13:9780748407484ISBN:0748407480
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Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: CRC
Date Published: 22/08/1997
ISBN-13:9780748407484ISBN:0748407480
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Binding: Hard Bound
Publisher: Taylor & Frances, London
Date Published: 1997
ISBN-13:9780748407484ISBN:0748407480
Description: Excellent in Very Good jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. xvi, 302 pp., black and white illustrations, glossary, index. Book jacket has scratches on the back side; otherwise fine. read more
Description: New. PLEASE NOTE: All books are promptly shipped from our UK warehouse using Royal Mail International Priority mail. Heavier or more expensive books are shipped with a TRACKING NUMBER. Professional and reliable bookseller (est.1987). From an historical perspective, this text presents an entirely non-mathematical introduction to astronomy from the first endeavours of the ancients to the current developments in research enabled by cutting edge technological advances. read more
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