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Astronomy in Minutes

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"Astronomy in Minutes" by Giles Sparrow is a comprehensive yet concise guide designed to break down the complexities of the universe into digestible snapshots. Rather than a fictional narrative, the book is a factual journey through 200 key concepts in astronomy. Each page presents one fundamental idea, ranging from the basic understanding of constellations and lunar phases to more advanced topics like relativity, black holes, and the Big Bang theory.

Sparrow leads the reader through our solar system, explaining the unique characteristics of each planet, such as Saturn’s rings and Mars’ extreme atmosphere. Beyond our neighborhood, the book explores the life cycles of stars—how they are born in nebulae and end as supernovae or white dwarfs. The author also provides historical context on how ancient civilizations viewed the sky and how modern technology, such as radio telescopes and space observatories, has revolutionized our understanding of space and time. With a straightforward writing style and visual aids, the book aims to provide instant clarity for anyone wanting to grasp celestial mechanics without getting lost in overly dense academic jargon.

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Series Title

Astronomy & Allied Sciences

Call Number

520 SPA a

Publisher

London : Quercus., 2015

Collation

415 hlm.: ilus.; 15 x 15 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-1-5294-2547-5

Classification

520

Content Type

text

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Edition

1

Subject(s)

Space Exploration
Cosmology
Astronomy concepts
Universe and galaxies
Stars and planetary systems

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