Jean pierre luminet (685 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Black holes are undoubtedly one of the most fascinating discoveries of modern astronomy, and their description one of the most daring intellectual feats of modern times. They have already become legendary, forming the basis of many myths, fantasies and science fiction movies. Are they really the monsters which devour light and stars; bottomless celestial pits into which all matter is sucked and crushed? Are they an observable reality, or are they just hypothetical objects from the theory of relativity? In answering such questions the author takes us on a fabulous journey through space and time. Dr Jean-Pierre Luminet is an astronomer at Meudon Observatory in France, a specialist on the subject of black holes, and has also acquired a reputation for being a gifted writer and communicator. In this book he makes the subject of black holes accessible to any interested reader, who will need no mathematical background.…

Condizione: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.…

Condizione: Good. First Edition Thus. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Black Holes This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Black holes are undoubtedly one of the most fascinating discoveries of modern astronomy, and their description one of the most daring intellectual feats of modern times. They have already become legendary, forming the basis of many myths, fantasies and science fiction movies. Are they really the monsters which devour light and stars; bottomless celestial pits into which all matter is sucked and crushed? Are they an observable reality, or are they just hypothetical objects from the theory of relativity? In answering such questions the author takes us on a fabulous journey through space and time. Dr Jean-Pierre Luminet is an astronomer at Meudon Observatory in France, a specialist on the subject of black holes, and has also acquired a reputation for being a gifted writer and communicator. In this book he makes the subject of black holes accessible to any interested reader, who will need no mathematical background.…

Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: 16733665. 1780596762. 6/4/2026 6:12:42 PM.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Softcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Black holes are undoubtedly one of the most fascinating discoveries of modern astronomy, and their description one of the most daring intellectual feats of modern times. They have already become legendary, forming the basis of many myths, fantasies and science fiction movies. Are they really the monsters which devour light and stars; bottomless celestial pits into which all matter is sucked and crushed? Are they an observable reality, or are they just hypothetical objects from the theory of relativity? In answering such questions the author takes us on a fabulous journey through space and time. Dr Jean-Pierre Luminet is an astronomer at Meudon Observatory in France, a specialist on the subject of black holes, and has also acquired a reputation for being a gifted writer and communicator. In this book he makes the subject of black holes accessible to any interested reader, who will need no mathematical background. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book.…

Condizione: Good. First Edition Thus. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. What shape is the universe? Is it curved and closed in on itself? Is it expanding? Where is it headed? Could space be wrapped around itself, such that it produces ghost images of faraway galaxies? Such are the questions posed by Jean-Pierre Luminet inThe Wraparound Universe, which he then addresses in clear and accessible language. An expert in black holes and the big bang, he leads us on a voyage through the surprising byways of space-time, where possible topologies of the universe, explorations of the infinite, and cosmic mirages combine their mysterious traits and unlock the imagination.The Wraparound Universeis a general-audience book about the overall topology or shape of the universe. The central question addressed is whether it is possible that the universe is wrapped around in an interesting way, and what impact this would have on astronomical observations and our understanding of cosmology. Along the way many of the general features and much of the history of the modern picture of cosmology are discussed.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good Dust Jacket. 1st Edition. 316 pp. Tightly bound. NOTE: Lower corners are lightly bumped. Text is free of markings. No ownership markings. Very good dust jacket. First Edition / First Printing. 10,9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. …

Hardback. Condizione: Good. What shape is the universe? Is it curved and closed in on itself? Is it expanding? Where is it headed? Could space be wrapped around itself, such that it produces ghost images of faraway galaxies? Such are the questions posed by Jean-Pierre Luminet inThe Wraparound Universe, which he then addresses in clear and accessible language. An expert in black holes and the big bang, he leads us on a voyage through the surprising byways of space-time, where possible topologies of the universe, explorations of the infinite, and cosmic mirages combine their mysterious traits and unlock the imagination.The Wraparound Universeis a general-audience book about the overall topology or shape of the universe. The central question addressed is whether it is possible that the universe is wrapped around in an interesting way, and what impact this would have on astronomical observations and our understanding of cosmology. Along the way many of the general features and much of the history of the modern picture of cosmology are discussed.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. Science. Beautiful unread copy in like dust jacket. 316 pages. Clean and tight.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Softcover, minor wear, highlighting/underlining on the first four pages, binding tight and pages bright, a nice copy.

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Unknown edition. Very Good/Wraps (464) A few dings and small creases. .

Condizione: Very Good. : Sumérgete en la historia con 'El incendio de Alejandría', una novela cautivadora de Jean-Pierre Luminet que narra el destino de la legendaria biblioteca de Alejandría. En el año 642, bajo las órdenes del califa Omar, las tropas del general Amr invaden la ciudad con la intención de quemar los miles de libros que alberga la biblioteca. Filopón, un filósofo cristiano, Rhazés, un médico judío, y la joven Hipatia, intentarán disuadir al general, compartiendo con él la sabiduría contenida en sus muros y las vidas de los grandes pensadores que allí trabajaron. Esta edición de bolsillo, publicada por Ediciones B, te transportará a un mundo de erudición y sensibilidad, donde el saber lucha contra la destrucción. EAN: 9788466616935 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Historia|Literatura y Ficción Título: El incendio de Alejandría Autor: Jean-Pierre Luminet Editorial: Ediciones B Idioma: es-ES Páginas: 281 Formato: tapa blanda Año de publicación: 2004.…

Condizione: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Condizione: Fair. : Sumérgete en la fascinante vida de Nicolás Copérnico, astrónomo, médico y canónigo polaco, en el turbulento siglo XVI. Jean-Pierre Luminet recrea la época en que Copérnico desafió las teorías de Ptolomeo y Aristóteles, revolucionando nuestra comprensión del universo al postular que el Sol, y no la Tierra, es el centro. Esta novela histórica te transportará a un mundo de batallas, alianzas y reformas religiosas, donde un hombre audaz cambió para siempre nuestra visión del cosmos. EAN: 9788498720402 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Otros Título: El enigma de Copérnico Autor: Jean-Pierre Luminet Editorial: ZETA BOLSILLO Idioma: es-ES Páginas: 368 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Condizione: As New. : En 'El incendio de Alejandría', Jean-Pierre Luminet nos transporta al año 642, cuando las tropas del general Amr, bajo las órdenes del califa Omar, invaden Alejandría con la misión de destruir su famosa biblioteca. La novela sigue a Filopón, un filósofo cristiano, Rhazés, un médico judío, e Hipatia, una joven matemática, quienes intentan persuadir al general Amr de no llevar a cabo tal acto de destrucción. A través de sus relatos sobre la vida y obra de filósofos, científicos y poetas que trabajaron en la biblioteca, buscan conmover al general y salvar el legado del saber universal. Una historia que rinde homenaje a la transmisión del conocimiento más allá de las barreras ideológicas y religiosas. EAN: 9788466610698 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Historia|Literatura y Ficción Título: El incendio de Alejandría Autor: Jean-Pierre Luminet Editorial: Ediciones B Idioma: es-ES Páginas: 299 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Condizione: Very Good. : Sumérgete en la fascinante vida de Nicolás Copérnico, astrónomo, médico y canónigo polaco, en el turbulento siglo XVI. Jean-Pierre Luminet recrea la época en que Copérnico desafió las teorías de Ptolomeo y Aristóteles, revolucionando nuestra comprensión del universo al postular que el Sol, y no la Tierra, es el centro. Esta novela histórica te transportará a un mundo de batallas, alianzas y reformas religiosas, donde un hombre audaz cambió para siempre nuestra visión del cosmos. EAN: 9788498720402 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Otros Título: El enigma de Copérnico Autor: Jean-Pierre Luminet Editorial: ZETA BOLSILLO Idioma: es-ES Páginas: 368 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Condizione: new.

Condizione: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Condizione: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Condizione: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

Condizione: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.