The story of astronomy : from Babylonian stargazers to the search for the Big Bang
Aughton, Peter, 1940-2008
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From the ancient origins of astronomy, through the Copernican revolution, onto Galileo and cutting-edge science such as Stephen Hawking's research into black holes, 'The Story of Astronomy' charts the discoveries of some of the greatest minds in human history, and their attempts to unveil the secrets of the stars.
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Imprint:
London : Quercus, 2008.
Collation:
222 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), map, ports. (chiefly col.) ; 29 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.Includes bibliographical references (p. [223]) and index.
ISBN:
9781847246226 (hbk)1847246222 (hbk)
Dewey class:
520.9520
Local class:
520.9
Language:
English
BRN:
341060