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Hubble : A New Window to the Universe by Daniel Fischer and Hilmar Duerbeck (1996, Hardcover)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherSpringer

ISBN-100387946721

ISBN-139780387946726

eBay Product ID (ePID)953883

Product Key Features

Number of Pages175 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameHubble : a New Window to the Universe

Publication Year1996

SubjectPhysics / Astrophysics, Astronomy

TypeTextbook

AuthorDaniel Fischer, Hilmar Duerbeck

Subject AreaScience

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Weight46.6 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width11.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

LCCN96-004818

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition20

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal522.2/919

Original LanguageGerman

SynopsisAt last, a book presenting the fantastic scientific results of the first five years of Hubble Space Telescope observations While a number of books for the general public emphasize the technological accomplishments of this multi-billion dollar project or deal with the well-publicized flaw in the telescope's optics, The Hubble: A New Window to the Universe concentrates on its astromonical achievements. The authors use new and ground-breaking Hubble results to illustrate a wide range of astronomical topics, from the great questions about the universe as a whole to quasars and black holes, and from the life and death of stars to our planetary neighbors in the solar system. The first part of this book presents a brief historical overview, "From Babylon to Cape Canaveral," concentrating on progress in astromony from the instrumentation point of view and on the Hubble project itself. The central and largest portion presents the wealth of exciting astronomical results obtained with the Hubble. The last part describes the Hubble operations, as well as the plans for the future of the telescope itself and beyond. The text contains a large number of spectacular images, mainly taken with the Hubble, as well as self-contained portraits of astronomers and explanations of astronomical topics and instruments. Written in a style appealing to both the interested public and to individuals familiar with the field, this compendium serves as a testament to the significant role the Hubble has played in astronomical accomplishment and discovery the past five years., At last, a book presenting the fantastic achievements of the first five years of the Hubble Space Telescope observations! While a number of books for the general public emphasise the technological accomplishments of this multi-billion dollar project or deal with the well-publicised flaw in the telescopes optics, this ground-breaking book concentrates on its astronomical success. The authors use results and spectacular images from Hubble itself to illustrate a wide range of astronomical topics, from the great questions about the universe as a whole, to quasars and black holes, and from the life and death of stars to our planetary neighbours in the solar system. The book is rounded off with an overview of the plans for the future of this fascinating telescope. The text contains a large number of spectacular images, as well as self-contained portraits of astronomers and explanations of astronomical topics and instruments. Written in a lively style, this compendium serves as a testament to the significant role the Hubble has played in astronomical accomplishment and discovery over the past five years., "...includes dozens of eye-popping illustrations. Professional astronomers will find the book handy, students could use it for writing term papers, and amateurs will enjoy it." -SKY & TELESCOPE"Stunning images printed on acid-free paper make this a wonderful volume to tuck away for posterity. Moreover, a clear and insightful explanation is included for each and every image." -THE PLANETARIAN"...the color pictures...make this book wonderful to behold. Buy it and feast your eyes on the glorious images from the ultimate eye in the sky." -NEW SCIENTIST, At last, a book presenting the fantastic scientific results of the first five years of Hubble Space Telescope observations! While a number of books for the general public emphasize the technological accomplishments of this multi-billion dollar project or deal with the well-publicized flaw in the telescope's optics, The Hubble: A New Window to the Universe concentrates on its astromonical achievements. The authors use new and ground-breaking Hubble results to illustrate a wide range of astronomical topics, from the great questions about the universe as a whole to quasars and black holes, and from the life and death of stars to our planetary neighbors in the solar system. The first part of this book presents a brief historical overview, "From Babylon to Cape Canaveral," concentrating on progress in astromony from the instrumentation point of view and on the Hubble project itself. The central and largest portion presents the wealth of exciting astronomical results obtained with the Hubble. The last part describes the Hubble operations, as well as the plans for the future of the telescope itself and beyond. The text contains a large number of spectacular images, mainly taken with the Hubble, as well as self-contained portraits of astronomers and explanations of astronomical topics and instruments. Written in a style appealing to both the interested public and to individuals familiar with the field, this compendium serves as a testament to the significant role the Hubble has played in astronomical accomplishment and discovery the past five years.

LC Classification NumberQB4QB460-466