Gravity's Fatal Attraction : Black Holes in the Universe by Martin Rees and Mitchell Begelman (2020, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-101108819052
ISBN-139781108819053
eBay Product ID (ePID)13050077359
Product Key Features
Number of Pages350 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameGravity's Fatal Attraction : Black Holes in the Universe
Publication Year2020
SubjectPhysics / Astrophysics, Astronomy
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorMartin Rees, Mitchell Begelman
Subject AreaScience
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight31.7 Oz
Item Length9.7 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number3
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2020-020494
Reviews'Gravity's Fatal Attraction has masterfully enlightened two decades of my undergraduates with its spellbinding examination of the astrophysical roles of black holes in our cosmos - this updated edition, including the latest black-hole breakthroughs, will remain a peerless resource for years to come.' Niel Brandt, Pennsylvania State University
Dewey Edition21
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal523.8/875
Table Of ContentPreface to the Third Edition; 1. Gravity Triumphant; 2. Stars and Their Fates; 3. Black Holes in Our Backyard; 4. Galaxies and Their Nuclei; 5. Quasars and Kin; 6. Jets; 7. Blasts from the Past; 8. Black Holes in Hibernation; 9. Cosmic Feedback; 10. Postcards from the Edge; 11. Gravitational Waves; 12. Through the Horizon; Appendix: Gravity and Cosmic Dimensions; Further Reading; Index.
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisBlending descriptive theoretical arguments with the latest observational results, Begelman and Rees present the evidence for black holes and their role in the Universe. This lavishly illustrated book is suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, and will also fascinate amateur astronomers and all readers interested in astronomy and physics., Richly illustrated with the images from observatories on the ground and in space, and computer simulations, this book shows how black holes were discovered, and discusses what we've learned about their nature and their role in cosmic evolution. This thoroughly updated third edition covers new discoveries made in the past decade, including the discovery of gravitational waves from merging black holes and neutron stars, the first close-up images of the region near a black hole event horizon, and observations of debris from stars torn apart when they ventured too close to a supermassive black hole. Avoiding mathematics, the authors blend theoretical arguments with observational results to demonstrate how both have contributed to the subject. Clear, explanatory illustrations and photographs reveal the strange and amazing workings of our universe. The engaging style makes this book suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, amateur astronomers, and all readers interested in astronomy and physics.
LC Classification NumberQB843.B55B44 2020
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- 04 Jan, 2025
Best book to learn about black holes
A beautifully written overview of all that is known about black holes and their role in the universe.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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