Astrophysics is easy!
Subtitle: an introduction for the amateur astronomer
By: Michael Inglis
Edition: Second edition.
Series: Patrick Moore's practical astronomy series; Patrick Moore's practical astronomy series
Publisher: Springer International Publishing; Imprint: Springer
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 302
ISBN-13: 9783319116433
Subjects: Astrophysics; Popular works
Description: Astrophysics is often regarded as incomprehensible without the use of higher mathematics. This book cuts through the difficult mathematics and explains the basics of astrophysics in accessible terms. Using nothing more than plain arithmetic and simple examples, the workings of the universe are outlined in a straightforward yet detailed and easy-to-grasp manner. New theories in astrophysics in the eight years since the first edition are reflected in new and expanded chapters. Includes an observing list for each topic under discussion so observers can actually see for themselves the concepts presented--stars of the spectral sequence, nebulae, galaxies, even black holes.
Notes: Previous edition: 2007.

Includes bibliographical references and index.