Expanding Universe. the Hubble Space Telescope by Charles F. Bolden Jr., John Mace Grunsfeld, Zoltan Levay and Owen Edwards (2020, Hardcover)

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Expanding Universe. the Hubble Space Telescope, Hardcover by Bolden, Charles F., Jr.; Edwards, Owen; Grunsfeld, John Mace; Levay, Zoltan, ISBN 3836583631, ISBN-13 9783836583633, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US Come face to face with the most breathtaking images from the Hubble Telescope, one of the greatest tools in the history of science. Updated with 30 new images to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the telescope’s launch, these epic pictures have answered some of the most compelling questions of time and space while also revealing new mysteries....

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ISBN-103836583631
ISBN-139783836583633
eBay Product ID (ePID)10038596340

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Book TitleExpanding Universe. the Hubble Space Telescope
Number of Pages260 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2020
TopicAstrophotography, Astronomy
IllustratorYes
GenrePhotography, Science
AuthorCharles F. Bolden Jr., John Mace Grunsfeld, Zoltan Levay, Owen Edwards
FormatHardcover

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Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight87.6 Oz
Item Length11.9 in
Item Width11.8 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2022-300220
ReviewsA magnificent selection of pictures taken by cameras on the Hubble Space Telescope... The pictures are processed and displayed with great care, with colors and contrast adjusted to make the scenes as truthful and vivid as possible.
Edition DescriptionMultilanguage edition
SynopsisWith investigations into everything from black holes to exoplanets, the Hubble Telescope has changed not only the face of astronomy but also our very sense of being in the universe. On the 30th anniversary of its launch into low-earth orbit , this updated edition of Expanding Universe presents 30 brand new images , unveiling more hidden gems from the Hubble's archives. Ultra-high resolution and taken with almost no background light, these pictures have answered some of the most compelling questions of time and space while also revealing new mysteries , like the strange "dark energy" that sees the universe expanding at an ever-accelerating rate. The collection is accompanied by an essay from photography critic Owen Edwards and an interview with Zoltan Levay , who explains how the pictures are composed. Veteran Hubble astronauts Charles F. Bolden, Jr. and John Mace Grunsfeld also offer their insights on Hubble's legacy and future space exploration., For over thirty years, the Hubble Telescope has gifted us with a kaleidoscope of celestial marvels. The latest addition to this legacy-a series of 30 new images, accompanied by expert insights-is a testament to the ongoing saga of discovery, guiding us into the depths of space for a richer cosmic understanding., With investigations into everything from black holes to exoplanets, the Hubble Telescope has changed not only the face of astronomy but also our very sense of being in the universe. On the 30th anniversary of its launch into low-earth orbit, this updated edition of Expanding Universe presents 30 brand new images, unveiling more hidden gems from the Hubble's archives. Ultra-high resolution and taken with almost no background light, these pictures have answered some of the most compelling questions of time and space while also revealing new mysteries, like the strange "dark energy" that sees the universe expanding at an ever-accelerating rate. The collection is accompanied by an essay from photography critic Owen Edwards and an interview with Zoltan Levay, who explains how the pictures are composed. Veteran Hubble astronauts Charles F. Bolden, Jr. and John Mace Grunsfeld also offer their insights on Hubble's legacy and future space exploration.
LC Classification NumberQB44.3

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