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What if humanity could look back in time and witness the birth of the first stars, the formation of the earliest galaxies, and the origins of worlds beyond our Solar System?
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was built to do exactly that.
Launched after decades of scientific ambition, political battles, engineering breakthroughs, and technical setbacks, Webb has become the most powerful space observatory ever constructed. Its discoveries are transforming our understanding of the universe and revealing cosmic phenomena that were once thought impossible to observe.
But how did this extraordinary telescope come to exist?
And what has it actually shown us?
In A Short History of: The James Webb Telescope, you will follow the remarkable story behind one of the greatest scientific projects ever undertaken—from the earliest ideas that inspired its creation to the groundbreaking discoveries that continue to reshape modern astronomy.
Inside this book, you'll discover:
- Why scientists needed a successor to the Hubble Space Telescope
- The engineering challenges involved in building a telescope unlike anything ever attempted
- How Webb's giant segmented mirror and revolutionary sunshield were designed
- The political controversies, budget overruns, and delays that nearly ended the project
- The dramatic launch and deployment sequence that captivated the world
- How the telescope studies distant galaxies, newborn stars, exoplanets, and planetary systems
- What Webb is revealing about the early universe and cosmic evolution
- The search for potentially habitable worlds beyond Earth
- The mysteries astronomers still hope to solve in the coming decades
Written for curious readers, science enthusiasts, students, and anyone fascinated by space exploration, this book combines accessible explanations with a compelling historical narrative. Complex scientific concepts are presented clearly and accurately, making the story of the James Webb Space Telescope understandable without requiring a background in astronomy or physics.
More than a history of a machine, this is the story of humanity's determination to push beyond the limits of knowledge and explore deeper into the cosmos than ever before.
If you've ever wondered:
How did the universe begin?
What were the first galaxies like?
Are there other worlds capable of supporting life?
How far can human curiosity reach?
Then this book offers a fascinating journey into one of the most ambitious scientific achievements in history.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. What if humanity could look back in time and witness the birth of the first stars, the formation of the earliest galaxies, and the origins of worlds beyond our Solar System?The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was built to do exactly that.Launched after decades of scientific ambition, political battles, engineering breakthroughs, and technical setbacks, Webb has become the most powerful space observatory ever constructed. Its discoveries are transforming our understanding of the universe and revealing cosmic phenomena that were once thought impossible to observe.But how did this extraordinary telescope come to exist?And what has it actually shown us?In A Short History of: The James Webb Telescope, you will follow the remarkable story behind one of the greatest scientific projects ever undertaken-from the earliest ideas that inspired its creation to the groundbreaking discoveries that continue to reshape modern astronomy.Inside this book, you'll discover: Why scientists needed a successor to the Hubble Space TelescopeThe engineering challenges involved in building a telescope unlike anything ever attemptedHow Webb's giant segmented mirror and revolutionary sunshield were designedThe political controversies, budget overruns, and delays that nearly ended the projectThe dramatic launch and deployment sequence that captivated the worldHow the telescope studies distant galaxies, newborn stars, exoplanets, and planetary systemsWhat Webb is revealing about the early universe and cosmic evolutionThe search for potentially habitable worlds beyond EarthThe mysteries astronomers still hope to solve in the coming decadesWritten for curious readers, science enthusiasts, students, and anyone fascinated by space exploration, this book combines accessible explanations with a compelling historical narrative. Complex scientific concepts are presented clearly and accurately, making the story of the James Webb Space Telescope understandable without requiring a background in astronomy or physics.More than a history of a machine, this is the story of humanity's determination to push beyond the limits of knowledge and explore deeper into the cosmos than ever before.If you've ever wondered: How did the universe begin?What were the first galaxies like?Are there other worlds capable of supporting life?How far can human curiosity reach?Then this book offers a fascinating journey into one of the most ambitious scientific achievements in history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798199201926
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