Cosmology

This book is a simple, non-technical introduction to cosmology, explaining what it is and what cosmologists do. Peter Coles discusses the history of the subject, the development of the Big Bang theory, and more speculative modern issues like quantum cosmology, superstrings, and dark matter. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Product details

• Authors: Peter Coles, Peter (Professor of Theoretical Astrophysics and Head of the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences Coles
• Publisher: Oxford University Press Trade
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 15.08.2001
• EAN: 9780192854162
• ISBN: 978-0-19-285416-2
• Dimensions: 113 mm x 178 mm x 9 mm
• Series: A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION; Very Short Introductions
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Natural sciences (general); Astrophysics, SCIENCE / Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology & the universe, Cosmology and the universe, Solar system: the Sun & planets, Solar system: the Sun and planets, Galaxies & stars, Galaxies and stars, SCIENCE / Space Science / Cosmology, SCIENCE / Space Science / Astronomy