The Lighter Side of Gravity 2ed - Brossura

Narlikar, Jayant Vishnu

 
9780521565653: The Lighter Side of Gravity 2ed
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ISBN 10: 0521565650 ISBN 13: 9780521565653
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 1996

Sinossi

A beautifully clear and completely non-technical guide to the intriguing phenomena of gravity – for the student and general reader.

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Recensione

'an accessible account of gravity, black holes and the Universe ... A refreshing alternative to the received wisdom.' New Scientist 'For readers who really want to get to grips with the concepts and don't mind a few simple equations (on the level of F=ma), Narlikar's exposition is masterly, a model of clarity and illumination. And it is enlivened wtih many interesting side-lights and touches of humour ... This book is not only full of insights, it is also fun.' Werner Israel, Physics World

'This pocket-sized text on a difficult subject makes good reading (a trip home on the train!) for the general reader.' Irish Astronomical Journal

' ... a refreshing read ... rewards await those who concentrate on its contents.' Quentin Stanley, Journal of the British Astronomical Association

' ... clear and simple explanations of basic gravitational phenomena: it does not try to rush headlong into exotica, but takes time to coax the reader through orbits, motions and the fate of stars.' John D. Barrow, The Observatory

Descrizione del libro

Gravity is the most enigmatic of all known basic forces in nature. Many books use technical jargon and high-powered maths to explain what gravity is all about. In The Lighter Side of Gravity, the presentation is beautifully clear and completely non-technical. Familiar analogies, interesting anecdotes and numerous illustrations are used to build a lucid and stimulating introduction to all manifestations of gravity, for students and general reader.

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Editore
Cambridge University Press
Data di pubblicazione
1996
Lingua
Inglese
ISBN 10 
0521565650
ISBN 13 
9780521565653
Rilegatura
Copertina flessibile
Numero edizione
2
Numero di pagine
232
Contatto del produttore
non disponibile
Persona responsabile
Avery
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ISBN 10:  0521550092 ISBN 13:  9780521550093
Casa editrice: Cambridge University Press, 1996
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