Cosmology

by Michael Rowan-Robinson

This is a substantially revised and updates new edition of a classic introductory textbook. Although there are a wealth of cosmology texts at postgraduate level, Cosmology remains the classic introduction to modern cosmology for undergraduates. While designed as the main text for a course given at second or third year level, it is sufficiently self-contained for anyone with school science to understand. There is a strong emphasis on observational cosmology, with introductory chapters on the visible universe, our galaxy and other galaxies and the empirical basis for cosmological theory. After an account of the big bang model, there are chapters on the early stages of the big bang and galaxy formation. Finally, there are chapters on cosmological tests and on alternative theories. One feature of the book it its updated epilogue of twenty controversies on cosmology today. The latest results from the WMAP mission are included and a wealth of new material, including a stronger
emphasis on the cosmological constant. It has an extensive glossary and the exercises have been substantially expanded. A stronger emphasis on the physical basis for cosmology is included throughout.

Genres: Science

184 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1976

Reviews

[Vance J. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think this book more appropriate as a summary / review / study guide. Although now 20 years old, I think it would be good for that purpose. The author compiles a great range of equations applying to different concepts, and it is concise in its narrative. I do not recommend it, however, for a first dive into cosmology.