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Cover of High Energy Astrophysical Techniques
by Rosa Poggiani
Language: English
Release Date: December 1, 2016

This textbook presents ultraviolet and X-ray astronomy, gamma-ray astronomy, cosmic ray astronomy, neutrino astronomy, and gravitational wave astronomy as distinct research areas, focusing on the astrophysics targets and the requirements with respect to instrumentation and observation methods.   The...
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by Astrid Elbers
Language: English
Release Date: November 23, 2016

Radio astronomy was born during the Second World War, but as this book explains, the history of early Dutch radio astronomy is in several respects rather anomalous in comparison to the development of radio astronomy in other countries. The author describes how these very differences led the Netherlands...
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Laboratory Experiments in Physics for Modern Astronomy

With Comprehensive Development of the Physical Principles

by Leslie M. Golden
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2012

This book presents experiments which will teach physics relevant to astronomy. The astronomer, as instructor, frequently faces this need when his college or university has no astronomy department and any astronomy course is taught in the physics department. The physicist, as instructor, will find...
Cover of Galileo and 400 Years of Telescopic Astronomy
by Peter Grego, David Mannion
Language: English
Release Date: September 9, 2010

In 1609 Galileo first used his telescope to kick start the science of observational astronomy - an event that proved to be of enormous historic, scientific, and cultural importance. Galileo and 400 Years of Telescopic Astronomy will feature the life and achievements of Galileo, around which has pivoted...
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Exploring Ancient Skies

A Survey of Ancient and Cultural Astronomy

by David H. Kelley, Eugene F. Milone
Language: English
Release Date: February 16, 2011

Exploring Ancient Skies brings together the methods of archaeology and the insights of modern astronomy to explore the science of astronomy as it was practiced in various cultures prior to the invention of the telescope. The book reviews an enormous and growing body of literature on the cultures of...
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Astronomy Methods

A Physical Approach to Astronomical Observations

by Hale Bradt
Language: English
Release Date: December 11, 2003

Astronomy Methods, first published in 2003, is an introduction to the basic practical tools, methods and phenomena that underlie quantitative astronomy. Taking a technical approach, the author covers a rich diversity of topics across all branches of astronomy, from radio to gamma-ray wavelengths....
Cover of To See the Unseen: A History of Planetary Radar Astronomy - A Comprehensive History of Radar Observations of Venus, Mars, Comets, Asteroids, the Magellan Mission, Arecibo Observatory (NASA SP-4218)
by Progressive Management
Language: English
Release Date: January 18, 2012

This official NASA history document - converted for accurate flowing-text e-book format reproduction - provides a comprehensive scientific and management history of planetary radar astronomy, with the story of radar observations from Earth of Mars, Venus, comets, and asteroids, as well as the successful...
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Exploring the History of New Zealand Astronomy

Trials, Tribulations, Telescopes and Transits

by Wayne Orchiston
Language: English
Release Date: December 8, 2015

Dr. Orchiston is a foremost authority on the subject of New Zealand astronomy, and here are the collected papers of his fruitful studies in this area, including both those published many years ago and new material. The papers herein review traditional Maori astronomy, examine the appearance of...
Cover of The Faces, or Phases, of the Moon - Astronomy Book for Kids | Children's Astronomy Books
by Baby Professor
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2017

How can there be one moon and many “faces”? One night it look full, the next it'll wane and the next it'll change yet again. This astronomy book for kids will explain the different phases of the moon and how each affects life on Earth. Astronomy can be your child’s new favorite subject through this book. Buy a copy today!
Cover of The History of Astronomy: A Very Short Introduction
by Michael Hoskin
Language: English
Release Date: May 8, 2003

Astronomy, perhaps the first of the sciences, was already well developed by the time of Christ. Seventeen centuries later, after Newton showed that the movements of the planets could be explained in terms of gravitation, it became the paradigm for the mathematical sciences. In the nineteenth century...
Cover of Why Do We Call Pluto A Dwarf? Astronomy Book Best Sellers | Children's Astronomy Books
by Baby Professor
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2017

Is Pluto the new member of the Seven Dwarves? Nah, not really. Scientists call it a dwarf for a special reason and you’ll know what that is if you open this astronomy book for kids. Introducing children to astronomy can be pain-free if you use the right reference tools that your child can appreciate. An example would be this child-friendly picture book. Grab a copy now!
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Language: English
Release Date: November 8, 2016

Fundamental Astronomy is a well-balanced, comprehensive introduction to classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences. This is the fifth...
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Astronomy 101

From the Sun and Moon to Wormholes and Warp Drive, Key Theories, Discoveries, and Facts about the Universe

by Carolyn Collins Petersen
Language: English
Release Date: June 18, 2013

Explore the curiosities of our galaxy! Too often, textbooks obscure the beauty and wonder of outer space with tedious discourse that even Galileo would oppose. Astronomy 101 cuts out the boring details and lengthy explanations, and instead, gives you a lesson in astronomy that keeps you engaged...
Cover of Astronomy For Beginners
by Jeff Becan
Language: English
Release Date: January 8, 2008

Astronomy For Beginners is a friendly and accessible guide to our universe, our galaxy, our solar system and the planet we call home. Each year as we cruise through space on this tiny blue-green wonder, a number of amazing and remarkable events occur. For example, like clockwork, we’ll run head-on...
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