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Cosmic Perspectives

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"Cosmic Perspectives" by S. K. Biswas, D. C. V. Mallik, C. V. Vishveshwara is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Modern cosmology and its relationship to the development of human civilization is the subject of this book. Astronomers, cosmologists and historians have contributed fourteen essays covering a wide range of subjects. These include the place of astronomy in China by Joseph Needham, frontiers in cosmology by Fred Hoyle, the dark matter problem by Bernard Carr and the origin of life by Cyril Ponnamperuma. There are also contributions on astrology, science fiction and science.

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Best For: Students and readers interested in the intersection of astronomy, cosmology, and human history.
Focus: Exploring modern cosmology alongside its impact on human civilization through essays by experts in astronomy, cosmology, and history.
Covers: Topics such as astronomy in China, frontiers in cosmology, dark matter, the origin of life, and astrology.
Why It Matters: Provides a multidisciplinary perspective that connects scientific developments in cosmology with cultural and historical contexts.

"Cosmic Perspectives" by S. K. Biswas, D. C. V. Mallik, C. V. Vishveshwara is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: S. K. Biswas, D. C. V. Mallik, C. V. Vishveshwara

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

Modern cosmology and its relationship to the development of human civilization is the subject of this book. Astronomers, cosmologists and historians have contributed fourteen essays covering a wide range of subjects. These include the place of astronomy in China by Joseph Needham, frontiers in cosmology by Fred Hoyle, the dark matter problem by Bernard Carr and the origin of life by Cyril Ponnamperuma. There are also contributions on astrology, science fiction and science.

AuthorS. K. Biswas, D. C. V. Mallik, C. V. Vishveshwara
PublisherCambridge University Press
Published1989-09-14
ISBN-139780521343541
BindingHardcover
Pages282
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy

Format: Hardcover

Length: 282 pages

Language: English

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