The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

The Astronomy Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

<p>An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos€"from ancient times to the present day.</p><p>From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. Featuring topics from the Copernican Revolution to the mind-boggling theories of recent science, <i>The Astronomy Book</i> uses flowcharts, graphics, and illustrations to help clarify hard-to-grasp concepts and explain almost 100 big astronomical ideas. Covering the biographies of key astronomers through the ages such as Ptolemy, Galileo, Newton, Hubble, and Hawking, <i>The Astronomy Book</i> details their theories and discoveries in a user-friendly format to make the information accessible and easy to follow.</p><p><b>Series Overview:</b> Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.</p>