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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.

Cosmic Perspectives is a collection of essays that details modern cosmology and its relationship to the development of human civilization. Written by leading astronomers, cosmologists and historians, these fourteen essays cover a wide range of subjects. These include the place of astronomy in China, frontiers in cosmology, the dark matter problem and the origin of life. This is an engaging collection of facts, written in nontechnical language, which encourages the reader to explore the scientific heritage of various cultures, the current problems of observational astronomy, the unsolved mysteries of evolution and the use of astronomy in fiction.

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Best For: Readers interested in the intersection of cosmology, astronomy, and human history
Focus: Modern cosmology and its connection to the development of human civilization
Covers: Essays on astronomy in China, frontiers in cosmology, dark matter, and the origin of life
Why It Matters: Provides a nontechnical overview of key topics in cosmology and their historical context, making complex ideas accessible

"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.

Cosmic Perspectives is a collection of essays that details modern cosmology and its relationship to the development of human civilization. Written by leading astronomers, cosmologists and historians, these fourteen essays cover a wide range of subjects. These include the place of astronomy in China, frontiers in cosmology, the dark matter problem and the origin of life. This is an engaging collection of facts, written in nontechnical language, which encourages the reader to explore the scientific heritage of various cultures, the current problems of observational astronomy, the unsolved mysteries of evolution and the use of astronomy in fiction.

AuthorS. K. Biswas, D. C. V. Mallik, C. V. Vishveshwara
PublisherCambridge University Press
Published2008-07-10
ISBN-139780521068901
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicGeneral Astronomy

Format: Paperback

Language: English

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