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The Oxford Handbook of the History of Modern Cosmology

The Oxford Handbook of the History of Modern Cosmology

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"The Oxford Handbook of the History of Modern Cosmology" by Helge Kragh is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on Deep Sky & Solar System. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This handbook provides detailed coverage of historical discoveries in cosmology, such as the expansion of the universe, the Big Bang theory and the cosmic background radiation. It also examines erroneous theories and some modern and still controversial theories, such as the idea of many universes known as the multiverse hypothesis.

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Best For: Students and researchers interested in the historical development of cosmology.
Focus: Historical discoveries and theories in modern cosmology, including expansion of the universe, Big Bang theory, and cosmic background radiation.
Covers: Key cosmological discoveries, erroneous theories, and contemporary debates like the multiverse hypothesis.
Why It Matters: Understanding the evolution of cosmological ideas provides context for current scientific perspectives and ongoing controversies in the field.

"The Oxford Handbook of the History of Modern Cosmology" by Helge Kragh 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: Helge Kragh

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.

This handbook provides detailed coverage of historical discoveries in cosmology, such as the expansion of the universe, the Big Bang theory and the cosmic background radiation. It also examines erroneous theories and some modern and still controversial theories, such as the idea of many universes known as the multiverse hypothesis.

AuthorHelge Kragh
PublisherOxford University Press
Published2024-05-28
ISBN-139780198896548
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsScience
TopicDeep Sky & Solar System
SeriesOxford Handbooks in Physics

Format: Paperback

Language: English

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