Books like Our Universe by Jo Dunkley

Name: Our Universe
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Author: Jo Dunkley

Jo Dunkley, an astrophysicist, draws on her scientific expertise and teaching skill to present a clear and engaging introduction to the universe’s structure and history. She begins by explaining the Solar System, the stars in our night sky, and the Milky Way, then expands outward to nearby galaxies and back through time to the edge of the observable universe, containing over a hundred billion galaxies. Dunkley discusses the role of dark matter, the universe’s fourteen‑billion‑year evolution from the Big Bang, and contemporary debates about its accelerating expansion and whether our universe is part of a larger multiverse. The book conveys scientific discovery with authority and enthusiasm, inviting readers to appreciate the endless wonders of space‑time.

First publish date: 2019

Genre: Science/Astronomy

Authors: Jo Dunkley

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