Extraterrestrial Intelligence - Couverture rigide

Heidmann, Jean

 
9780521453400: Extraterrestrial Intelligence
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 0521453402 ISBN 13 : 9780521453400
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1995

Synopsis

If extraterrestrial intelligence exists, then positive detection of it would be the greatest scientific discovery of all time. By what criteria should we judge if we are alone in the cosmos, and how should we set about detecting extraterrestrials? Jean Heidmann and Strom Dunlop answers these questions in this engaging discussion of extraterrestrial intelligence. The authors shows how planets fit into the hierarchy of the Universe, and discuss prebiotic stages of life, and the emergence of primitive biological life in the solar system. From this base the entire subject of extraterrestrials is explained: techniques and the results of projects, the expansion of searches for extraterrestrials, the habitable zones in our universe, and what might happen if actual contact takes place. This is a lively account, written at a level suitable for general readership.

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Revue de presse

"...the reader will learn a lot about SETI...by the end of the book...a good book for anyone looking for a serious overview of SETI." SpaceViews

"Extraterrestrial Intelligence is a primer for our time." Astronomy

"...perfect for newcomers to the topic. A healthy dose of science is added to elevate this beyond the pop realm." The Bookwatch

"...engaging, galaxy-sweeping survey of the past, present, and future of this longshot but exciting field of research...includes many fascinating details from the various space probes that have examined Haley's comet, panets and moons in our solar system, and other phenomena in our galaxy...is a must read for anyone with a serious interest in up-to-date coverage of SETI and the people who are making it happen." Rapport

"This book is a must read for those pondering the true meaning behind the claim of possible micro-fossils on Mars." Space News Book Reviews

"Heidmann's obvious joy in raw speculation--all of it grounded in real science--is contagious." Amazon.com

Présentation de l'éditeur

If extraterrestrial intelligence exists, then positive detection of it would be the greatest scientific discovery of all time. By what criteria should we judge if we are alone in the cosmos, and how should we set about detecting extraterrestrials? Jean Heidmann and Strom Dunlop answers these questions in this engaging discussion of extraterrestrial intelligence. The authors shows how planets fit into the hierarchy of the Universe, and discuss prebiotic stages of life, and the emergence of primitive biological life in the solar system. From this base the entire subject of extraterrestrials is explained: techniques and the results of projects, the expansion of searches for extraterrestrials, the habitable zones in our universe, and what might happen if actual contact takes place. This is a lively account, written at a level suitable for general readership.

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
1995
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521453402
ISBN 13 
9780521453400
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
268
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
Avery
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Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0521585635 ISBN 13 :  9780521585637
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2008
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