Cosmology: The Origin and Evolution of Cosmic Structure, 2nd Edition by Prof Peter Coles

by Peter Coles

"What happened in the Big Bang? How did galaxies form? Is the universe accelerating? What is 'dark matter'? What caused the ripples in the cosmic microwave background?" These are just some of the questions today's cosmologists are trying to answer. This book is an accessbile and non-technical introduction to the history of cosmology and the latest developments in the field. It is the ideal starting point for anyone curious about the universe and how it began.

Genres: Science, Astronomy, Physics, Reference

Hardcover

First published May 1, 1995