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How the Universe Got Its Spots: Diary of a Finite Time in a Finite Space

How the Universe Got Its Spots

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"How the Universe Got Its Spots" by Janna Levin is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

"Is the universe infinite or just really big? With this question, cosmologist Janna Levin announces the central theme of this book, which established her as one of the most direct, unorthodox, and creative voices in contemporary science. As Levin sets out to determine how big "really big" may be, she offers a rare intimate look at the daily life of an innovative physicist, complete with jet lag and the tensions between personal relationships and the extreme demands of scientific exploration."--

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Best For: Readers interested in cosmology and the personal experiences of physicists.
Focus: Exploring the size and shape of the universe through cosmological research.
Covers: The concept of the universe's scale and the life of a working physicist.
Why It Matters: Provides insight into fundamental questions about the universe's extent and the human side of scientific discovery.

"How the Universe Got Its Spots" by Janna Levin is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Deep Sky & Solar System

Author: Janna Levin

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.

"Is the universe infinite or just really big? With this question, cosmologist Janna Levin announces the central theme of this book, which established her as one of the most direct, unorthodox, and creative voices in contemporary science. As Levin sets out to determine how big "really big" may be, she offers a rare intimate look at the daily life of an innovative physicist, complete with jet lag and the tensions between personal relationships and the extreme demands of scientific exploration."--

AuthorJanna Levin
PublisherPrinceton University Press
Published2023-01-10
ISBN-139780691232270
BindingPaperback
Pages224
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicDeep Sky & Solar System

Format: Paperback

Length: 224 pages

Language: English

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