Death by Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries - Couverture souple

DeGrasse Tyson, Neil

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0393330168 ISBN 13 : 9780393330168

Editeur : WW Norton & Co, 2007

Synopsis

Death by Black Hole Introduces readers to the physics of black holes, examines the needless friction between science and religion in the context of historical conflicts and assails the movie industry's feeble efforts to get its night skies right. Full description

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

"In this highly enjoyable collection of essays, the ever charismatic astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson offers us a peek at the scientific mind in action..." New Scientist

Readers of his essays in Natural History magazine recognise Neil deGrasse Tyson's talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with clarity and enthusiasm. Here, Tyson compiles his favourite essays across a myriad of topics. The title essay introduces readers to the physics of black holes by explaining the gory details of what would happen to your body if you fell into one. "Holy Wars" examines the needless friction between science and religion in the context of historical conflicts. And "Hollywood Nights" assails the movie industry's feeble efforts to get its night skies right.

Présentation de l'éditeur :

'[Tyson] tackles a great range of subjects ...with great humor, humility, and-most important- humanity.' -Entertainment Weekly Loyal readers of the monthly 'Universe' essays in Natural History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tyson's talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with clarity and enthusiasm.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: WW Norton & Co
• Date d'édition: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0393330168
• ISBN 13: 9780393330168
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 384