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Author: Jacqueline Mitton

📘 The astronomy book by Jacqueline Mitton

Jacqueline Mitton’s The Astronomy Book offers a comprehensive overview of astronomical history, detailing major milestones and theories that have shaped our understanding of the cosmos. From early planet conceptions to Copernican revolution, Newtonian physics, and contemporary cosmology, the book presents each development in an accessible, user-friendly style. Biographies of notable astronomers—including Ptolemy, Galileo, Newton, Hubble, and Hawking—are woven into the narrative, complemented by flowcharts, graphics, and illustrations that clarify complex concepts. The guide covers a wide array of topics: stars, planets, constellations, telescopes, black holes, the Big Bang, and the broader field of astrophysics, making it an essential resource for readers interested in the science and history of astronomy.

First publish date: 2017

Genre: Science/Astronomy

Authors: Jacqueline Mitton

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