Books like Cosmology by Michael Rowan-Robinson

Michael Rowan‑Robinson’s "Cosmology" offers a thorough introduction to modern cosmology for university students. Rooted in observational data, the text covers the visible universe, our galaxy and others, the empirical foundations of cosmological theory, and a detailed account of the Big Bang model. Subsequent chapters explore the early universe, galaxy formation, and modern cosmological tests, while also presenting alternative theories. The book features an updated epilogue listing twenty contemporary controversies, incorporates the latest WMAP findings, and gives special attention to the cosmological constant. An extensive glossary and expanded exercises further support learning. The text is designed for second‑ and third‑year courses but remains accessible to those with a school science background, offering a self‑contained resource for understanding the physical principles that underpin cosmology.

First publish date: 1977