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Akasofu, Syun-Ichi

 
9780387450940: Exploring The Secrets Of The Aurora (Astrophysics And Space Science Library)

Synopsis

This book describes the history of the progress made in auroral science and magnetospheric physics by providing examples of ideas, controversies, struggles, acceptance, and success in some instances. The author, a distinguished auroral scientist, fully describes his experiences in characterizing and explaining auroral phenomena. The volume also includes beautiful full-color photos of the aurora.

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Revue de presse

"The book documents the author s celebrated contributions to understanding the aurora spanning many decades and revolving around some of the most notable space scientists the discipline has produced. ... The author s personal remarks and views sprinkled throughout the book are enjoyable. ... Students who read this book will be amused and fascinated by the human side of the scientists ... . there are important messages from which scientists of all ages will benefit. ... all readers will find this book both fascinating and informative." --Robert M. Robinson, Eos, Vol. 89 (14), 2008

Présentation de l'éditeur

This book describes the history of the progress made in auroral science and magnetospheric physics by providing examples of ideas, controversies, struggles, acceptance, and success in some instances. The author, a distinguished auroral scientist, fully describes his experiences in characterizing and explaining auroral phenomena. The volume also includes beautiful full-color photos of the aurora.

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Autres éditions populaires du même titre

9781402006852: Exploring the Secrets of the Aurora

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  1402006853 ISBN 13 :  9781402006852
Editeur : Kluwer Academic Publishers, 2002
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