Written by two of the most prolific writers and researchers in astronomy today, this text provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject, covering all topics in a streamlined fashion. Jay M. Pasachoff has decades of teaching and writing experience, while Alex Filippenko is well known for his research on supernovae, active galaxies, black holes and cosmology. The most up-to-date coverage of astronomy is included, with the recent discoveries discussed and illustrated with cutting edge images and results from the Keck ...
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Written by two of the most prolific writers and researchers in astronomy today, this text provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject, covering all topics in a streamlined fashion. Jay M. Pasachoff has decades of teaching and writing experience, while Alex Filippenko is well known for his research on supernovae, active galaxies, black holes and cosmology. The most up-to-date coverage of astronomy is included, with the recent discoveries discussed and illustrated with cutting edge images and results from the Keck telescopes, Hubble, Chandra X-Ray Observatory and Galileo. There are three chapters of comparative planetary coverage to help give readers a view of the relationships between the individual planets and the solar system as a whole. The book also indicates relevant websites, highlight common misconceptions, and leads a discussion of these issues, and how to dispel them.
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You'll never look at the stars the same way again. Comprehensive and authoritative. A wonderful accompaniment to Alex Filippenko's Teaching Company course. AAA+++
Gregory L
Oct 20, 2011
A bargain
This book was a bargain price, if only in average condition.
Artttt
Oct 14, 2010
Great Introduction to Astronomy!
This book is a great introduction to astronomy - a very interesting read! It's full of pictures and visuals to aid your understanding of ideas and concepts. However, the newer (3rd) edition might be better because it's been updated, and is more organized. The only difference I see is that it has more descriptive and interesting section headings. Also, the 3rd edition has true/false, multiple choice, and fill in the blank practice test questions after each section, while the 2nd one doesn't. If you just want to read about astronomy, I'd definitely recommend this book!
