The universe
Subtitle: visions and perspectives
By: edited by Naresh Dadhich and Ajit Kembhavi
Series: Astrophysics and space science library -- v. 244
Publisher: Springer Science
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Dordrecht
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 346
ISBN-13: 9789401057844; 9789401140508
Subjects: Astronomy; Cosmology
Description: This volume contains a number of essays by experts in areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics including cosmology, classical and quantum gravity, string theory and relativistic astrophysics. It will provide the reader with excellent reviews of current research in these frontier areas. Several of the essays emphasise alternative views of the Universe by leading astronomers and physicists who are known for their pioneering contributions. The volume is dedicated to Professor Jayant Narlikar, who has concerned himself with fundamental issues in cosmology and gravitation theory over a long and distinguished research career.