Before clocks, calendars, or equations, there was the sky.
Humanity’s first questions were written in starlight.
The Beginner’s Guide to the Universe is an accessible, story-driven journey through how humans have understood the cosmos, from ancient skywatchers and myths to modern physics, black holes, and the expanding universe.
This book does not assume any background in astronomy or mathematics. Instead, it explains big ideas clearly, patiently, and thoughtfully, showing how science, philosophy, and culture evolved together as we tried to understand our place in the universe.
Inside this book, you will discover:
• How ancient civilizations used the sky as a clock, map, and calendar
• Why calendars, timekeeping, and navigation shaped human history
• The ideas of Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein, explained simply
• What time, entropy, and deep geological time really mean
• Black holes, relativity, quantum theory, and cosmic expansion
• The search for life, intelligence, and meaning beyond Earth
This is not a textbook. It is a guided tour of the universe, written for curious readers who want understanding, not equations.
Perfect for:
• Absolute beginners in astronomy and physics
• Readers who enjoy science mixed with philosophy and history
• Students, educators, and lifelong learners
• Anyone who has ever looked at the night sky and felt wonder
The universe is vast. This book helps you feel at home in it.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. Before clocks, calendars, or equations, there was the sky.Humanity's first questions were written in starlight. The Beginner's Guide to the Universe is an accessible, story-driven journey through how humans have understood the cosmos, from ancient skywatchers and myths to modern physics, black holes, and the expanding universe. This book does not assume any background in astronomy or mathematics. Instead, it explains big ideas clearly, patiently, and thoughtfully, showing how science, philosophy, and culture evolved together as we tried to understand our place in the universe. Inside this book, you will discover: - How ancient civilizations used the sky as a clock, map, and calendar- Why calendars, timekeeping, and navigation shaped human history- The ideas of Copernicus, Galileo, Newton, and Einstein, explained simply- What time, entropy, and deep geological time really mean- Black holes, relativity, quantum theory, and cosmic expansion- The search for life, intelligence, and meaning beyond Earth This is not a textbook. It is a guided tour of the universe, written for curious readers who want understanding, not equations. Perfect for: - Absolute beginners in astronomy and physics- Readers who enjoy science mixed with philosophy and history- Students, educators, and lifelong learners- Anyone who has ever looked at the night sky and felt wonder The universe is vast. This book helps you feel at home in it. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798291914700
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Beginner's Guide to the UniverseExplore the Sky, Measure Time, and Discover Your Place in the CosmosHave you ever looked up at the stars and felt they were whispering something ancient. something meant just for you?Long before telescopes and clocks, humans stared at the heavens with wonder-seeking meaning in the Moon, the stars, and the rhythms of time. This book invites you to do the same. What did the sky reveal to our ancestors? What can it still reveal to us today?Join Prathmesh Bhandare on a breathtaking journey through space, time, and human curiosity. With poetic storytelling and crystal-clear science, this book reveals: 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 9798291914700
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