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The Ghost in the Telescope: The Story of the Herschel Space Observatory

The Ghost in the Telescope

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"The Ghost in the Telescope" by Stephen Eales is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

The Ghost in the Telescope is an account of the Herschel Space Observatory, which was built to answer the questions of how galaxies were born. Written in a manner for a general audience, the book tells the stories of the telescope itself, discoveries it made, and the engineers and astronomers who made and used it.

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Best For: General readers interested in space science and the history of astronomical instruments
Focus: The development, operation, and discoveries of the Herschel Space Observatory
Covers: The telescope's design and engineering, its scientific missions, and the people involved in its creation and use
Why It Matters: It provides insight into how advanced space observatories contribute to understanding galaxy formation and the collaboration between engineers and astronomers

"The Ghost in the Telescope" by Stephen Eales is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Equipment & Methods. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: Equipment & Methods

Author: Stephen Eales

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.

The Ghost in the Telescope is an account of the Herschel Space Observatory, which was built to answer the questions of how galaxies were born. Written in a manner for a general audience, the book tells the stories of the telescope itself, discoveries it made, and the engineers and astronomers who made and used it.

AuthorStephen Eales
PublisherCRC Press
Published2025
ISBN-139781032049496
BindingHardcover
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsNature
TopicEquipment & Methods

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

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