A Question and Answer Guide to Astronomy 1st Edition by Pierre-Yves Bely (PDF)

Description

Are we alone in the Universe? Was there anything before the Big Bang? Are there other universes? What are sunspots? What is a shooting star? Was there ever life on Mars? This book answers the fascinating questions that we have been asking ourselves for hundreds of years. Using non-technical language, the authors summarize current astronomical knowledge, taking care to include the important underlying scientific principles. Plentiful color illustrations, graphs and photographs lend further weight to their simple yet meticulously written explanations. An extensive bibliography allows you to pursue or recap on the subjects that rouse your particular interest. Dip in to discover and learn fascinating facts about our Solar System and the Universe beyond!

User’s Reviews

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐Amazon has done a disservice to those of us that bought this book to see the colorful illustrations in the iPad and iPhone. All color has been stripped.Many figures rely on color differentiation to describe and explain the content. The color should have been retained, since now the kindle books can be read on many devices, including computers, that provide color. Otherwise, the book description in amazon should provide a disclaimer.I do have another kindle book that I can read in color on the phone, PC and iPad, so it is not a rule that all kindle books are intrinsically black and white.

⭐A semester length introduction to astronomy class would be hard pressed to match the breadth and depth of this book. Even with the wide range of information covered, the authors do not skimp on the technical details. If the term “technical details” causes your heart to palpitate with fear or conversely causes your eyes to glaze over, do not hesitate to delve into this book. The authors use a deft hand to guide the reader through the “technical details” of astronomy. They exhibit great skill in explaining sometimes difficult topics without dumbing anything down all the while maintaining the readers interest.

⭐This is a great guide. I direct a planetarium and sometimes, I have to have a quick refresher about a topic. Well organized with references back to questions answered that are relevant to the current question being answered. Great reference work!

⭐The book was required for an astronomy course I took, and it was very helpful in explaining the basics and even a little further than we discussed in class. A very interesting read, even if I wasn’t already fascinated by astronomy!

⭐Great

⭐This book was perfect for my son who continues to ask me questions that I cannot answer. I recommend it.

⭐Very happy with the purchase and the service, thanks

⭐An excellent book for the common reader.

⭐Been wanting to get this book for a while and glad I have finally got it.The cover was damaged in transit from America but the inside was ok.I like the question and answer approach of books on Astronomy. This one comes with250, ranging from questions on:Stars; The Solar System; The Earth; The Moon; Celestial Phenomena; The Universe;Life in the Universe; History of Astronomy; Telescopes and Amateur Astronomy.It is packed with colour diagrams and pictures with the occasional b/w ones for nearly everyquestion!The dialogue is not too heavy and is easy to understand. Well worth a read and a reference source.It looks like it was originally written in French, but it has been translated very well!I think it is a tad overpriced however. I got it for a good price from America [from here on Amazon UK], but the cover was dirtyand not in a ‘new’ condition [the inside was ok]. Customer service was excellent as you would expect from America! They replied within minutes of me writing to them! So no complaints.Recommended ++++

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