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Astronomy, space & time

Hardback. Num Pages: 432 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; PHP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 804.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Cambridge International Science Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907343483
ISBN
9781907343483
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 131.53

Paperback. Presents numerous illustrations of the observed variability of cataclysmic variable stars. This text provides a clear explanation and thorough overview of this phenomena at a level accessible to the advanced amateur or undergraduate student. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 224 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGM; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2001st Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9781852332112
ISBN
9781852332112
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 77.54
€ 65.90

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer London Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1999th Edition
Number of pages
134
Condition
New
SKU
V9781447111634
ISBN
9781447111634
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.10
€ 46.80

Hardcover. Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Research Workshop, Ames, Iowa, U.S.A., October 23-27, 1989 Editor(s): Willson, L. A.; Stalio, R. Series: NATO Science Series C. Num Pages: 365 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGM; PHVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 26. Weight in Grams: 678. Workshop Proceedings. Series: NATO Science Series C. 384 pages, black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Willson, L.A.; Stalio, R. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: PGM; PHVB. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 26. Weight: 678.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Springer
Edition
1990th Edition
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792308812
ISBN
9780792308812
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 259.14

paperback. This objective study examines the many-sided Tunguska phenomenon, the explosive event in the USSR that cannot be explained by simple meteoric models. The author sets out the progress made in researching the event and deals with the UFO myths surrounding it. Editor(s): Ashpole, Edward. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 328 pages, 38 black & white illustrations, 11 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PG; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 504.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Copernicus United States
Edition
2009th Edition
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461429258
ISBN
9781461429258
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.10
€ 47.88

paperback. Editor(s): Kapoor, Dip; Abdi, Ali A. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNM; JNP; PGC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Edition
1st ed. 2009
Number of pages
281
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349374724
ISBN
9781349374724
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 86.89
€ 73.77

hardcover. This volume reviews conceptual conflicts at the foundations of physics now and in the past century. The focus is on the conditions and consequences of Einstein's pathbreaking achievements that sealed the decline of the classical notions of space, time, radiation, and matter, and resulted in the theory of relativity. Editor(s): Lehner, Christoph; Renn, Jurgen; Schemmel, Matthias. Series: Einstein Studies. Num Pages: 375 pages, 16 black & white illustrations, 5 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBX; PDX; PGC; PHDV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 243 x 25. Weight in Grams: 694.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Birkhäuser United States
Edition
2012th Edition
Number of pages
375
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817649395
ISBN
9780817649395
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.72

hardcover. Presents a unified treatment of three important integrable problems relevant to both Celestial and Quantum Mechanics. This title is suitable for graduate students in mathematics and physics (including physical chemistry) and researchers concerned with the general areas of dynamical systems, statistical mechanics, and mathematical physics. Series: Progress in Mathematical Physics. Num Pages: 244 pages, 24 black & white illustrations, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Birkhäuser United States
Edition
2008th Edition
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
SKU
V9780817640965
ISBN
9780817640965
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.48

hardcover. This book should also appeal to bright junior high and high school students who are interested in history in general and the history of science in particular. Num Pages: 165 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; FV; PDX; PGZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 185 x 17. Weight in Grams: 424.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Copernicus United States
Edition
1998th Edition
Number of pages
165
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387949352
ISBN
9780387949352
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.90

paperback. Provides an annual astronomy review suitable for the popular science-level reader. This title covers the year's astronomical news on topics beyond the Solar System, placing them in the context of the longer-term goals of astronomers and astrophysicists around the world. It includes web links for all major news stories. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 191 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; WNX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 11. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Praxis United States
Edition
2008th Edition
Number of pages
191
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387716749
ISBN
9780387716749
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 29.18

paperback. This uniquely illustrated book details the processes and phenomena that make up the history, geology and climate of planet Mars. It focuses on the past and present evolution of Mars and also incorporates the recent results from the space missions to Mars. Series: Springer-Praxis Books. Num Pages: 239 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 170 x 9. Weight in Grams: 502.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Praxis United States
Edition
2008th Edition
Number of pages
239
Condition
New
SKU
V9780387489254
ISBN
9780387489254
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 39.54

paperback. This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date book on the topic of planetary rings systems yet written. The book is written in a style that is easily accessible to the interested non expert. Each chapter includes notes, references, figures and tables. Series: Springer Praxis Books / Space Exploration. Num Pages: 258 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGS. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 170 x 240 x 15. Weight in Grams: 518.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Praxis United States
Number of pages
258
Condition
New
Edition
2007th Edition
SKU
V9780387341774
ISBN
9780387341774
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 34.94

Paperback. Wormholes, spacewarps, timewarps and time machines have permeated popular culture. This technical monograph looks at the science behind the science fiction, covering the history and theories of wormholes, spacewarps, and time travel. Num Pages: 437 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; PHQ; PHR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
American Institute of Physics United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
437
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563966538
ISBN
9781563966538
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 112.57

Paperback. Aimed at students and researchers in geophysics, astronomy, and astrophysics, this book reports on the timely Earth Observing System (EOS) Program's range of scientific investigations, observational capabilities, data and information system, and educational activities. Editor(s): Asrar, Ghassem; Dozier, Jeff. Num Pages: 126 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGG; PHVB; PHVG; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 7. Weight in Grams: 244.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
American Institute of Physics United States
Number of pages
126
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563961984
ISBN
9781563961984
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.34

Hardback. These articles represent a special selection by the author of essays written for a more general non-scientist audience. The topics span the beginning of time until its end, and encompass the enigma of the evolution of large-scale structure, culminating in the formation of the galaxies. Series: Masters of Modern Physics. Num Pages: 225 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PGK; PHVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 242 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 526.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
American Institute of Physics United States
Number of pages
225
Condition
New
SKU
V9781563960611
ISBN
9781563960611
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 44.42

Hardcover. This book discusses various fields of Far UV spectroscopy, ranging from a catalog of stellar spectra to detailed modeling and measurements of the interplanetary background. It presents various types of data sets and different techniques for calibration. Editor(s): Quemerais, Eric; Snow, Martin; Bonnet, Roger Maurice. Series: ISSI Scientific Report Series. Num Pages: 282 pages, 13 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PNFS; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 161 x 17. Weight in Grams: 536.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
296
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461463832
ISBN
9781461463832
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.49

Paperback. As 'distributed' astronomical projects multiply, this text on how to produce professional-quality space imaging will be welcome to many amateurs equipped with today's powerful telescopy. It offers a thorough grounding in the scientific principles and methods. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 333 pages, 51 black & white illustrations, 46 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 157 x 20. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
361
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461451723
ISBN
9781461451723
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.10
€ 48.00

Paperback. In its 3rd edition, this book is a guide to the mathematics, physics and practical techniques needed to use telescopes ranging in sophistication from small amateur models to the larger instruments installed at many colleges, and to observe objects in the sky. Series: Undergraduate Lecture Notes in Physics. Num Pages: 274 pages, 120 black & white illustrations, 13 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PG; PNFS; TTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 17. Weight in Grams: 430.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
3rd ed. 2013
Number of pages
276
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461448907
ISBN
9781461448907
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.69

Paperback. Reviewing the nexus of climate change and astronomy, this book examines all the theories on the matter and argues that astronomical factors are the major determinant of the Earth's climate, adding key new analysis to an urgent and central contemporary debate. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 298 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, 96 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; RNPG; TTDS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 239 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
298
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461446071
ISBN
9781461446071
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 40.45

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2nd ed. 2012
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461438243
ISBN
9781461438243
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 53.99
€ 43.58

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2012th Edition
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461430483
ISBN
9781461430483
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.99
€ 40.28

Paperback. Exoplanets: Finding, Exploring, and Understanding Alien Worlds probes for possible answers to the fundamentals questions asked about these planets orbiting stars other than our Sun. This book examines what such planets might be like and how we can find them. Series: Astronomers' Universe. Num Pages: 297 pages, 40 black & white illustrations, 36 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; TTDS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 13. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2012
Number of pages
297
Condition
New
SKU
V9781461406433
ISBN
9781461406433
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.99
€ 31.38

Paperback. This introduction provides physicists with an understanding of binary and single star evolution, beginning with some background information on the topic. Readers of this text will understand the astrophysics behind the populations of compact object binary systems. Num Pages: 274 pages, 37 black & white illustrations, 31 colour illustrations, 12 black & white tables, biograp. BIC Classification: PGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 16. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2013th Edition
Number of pages
273
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441999900
ISBN
9781441999900
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.54

Paperback. This handbook guides the stargazer through all 88 officially recognized constellations, grouped according to their origin and location in the sky. The book includes origin myths, finder charts, tables, photographs and plots of binary star orbital motions. Series: The Patrick Moore Practical Astronomy Series. Num Pages: 863 pages, 345 black & white illustrations, 25 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PGS; WNX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 181 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1822.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Edition
2012th Edition
Number of pages
425
Condition
New
SKU
V9781441969408
ISBN
9781441969408
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 64.65

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