Visions of the universe
Subtitle: the latest discoveries in space revealed
By: Raman Prinja
Publisher: Barnes & Noble Books
Published: 2006
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780760786239
Copyright date: 2004
Subjects: Astronomy; Pictorial works; Discoveries in geography; Discoveries in science; Astronomie; Ouvrages illustrés; Découvertes géographiques; Découvertes scientifiques
Description: Highlights a remarkable collection of photographs, including the latest images from NASA, The European Space Agency, and The European Southern Observatory. Explores the latest breakthroughs in space exploration and how these advances have revolutionized our understanding of the universe and our place within it. Gives fresh perspectives on the shape of things to come, based on innovations in technology, giant new telescopes on Earth, and advanced space missions of the next generation.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: Follow the water; title: Origins; title: Cosmic fireworks; title: Enigmas and exoticas; title: The view ahead.