Now in its 4th edition, this classic text presents a quantitative understanding of a range of astrophysical concepts. Emphasizing physical concepts, the book outlines cosmic events but does not portray them in detail. Instead, it provides a series of astrophysical sketches showing how to obtain quantitative insights into the structure and evolution of stars, the dynamics of cosmic gases, the large-scale behavior of the universe, and the origins of life. Nearly every part of the text has been reconsidered and rewritten for the new edition; new sections cover recent developments, and the remainder has been revised and brought up to date.
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Now in its 4th edition, this classic text presents a quantitative understanding of a range of astrophysical concepts. Emphasizing physical concepts, the book outlines cosmic events but does not portray them in detail. Instead, it provides a series of astrophysical sketches showing how to obtain quantitative insights into the structure and evolution of stars, the dynamics of cosmic gases, the large-scale behavior of the universe, and the origins of life. Nearly every part of the text has been reconsidered and rewritten for the new edition; new sections cover recent developments, and the remainder has been revised and brought up to date.
Imprint | Springer-Verlag New York |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Astronomy and Astrophysics Library |
Release date | November 2010 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | 2006 |
Authors | Martin Harwit |
Dimensions | 235 x 155 x 43mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 716 |
Edition | Softcover reprint of hardcover 4th ed. 2006 |
ISBN-13 | 978-1-4419-2199-4 |
Barcode | 9781441921994 |
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LSN | 1-4419-2199-0 |