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Found 3 from your keywords: subject="Astrophysics"
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Astrophysics for young people in a hurry
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Tyson, Neil deGrasse

Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry introduces young readers to the fundamental ideas of astrophysics in a clear, engaging, and accessible way. Adapted from the bestselling Astrophysics for People in a Hurry, this book explains complex concepts such as the Big Bang, black holes, dark matter, galaxies, and the structure of the universe using simple language, illustrations, and relatable exa…

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9780393356502
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176 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
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SS 523.01 TYS a
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The astronomy book
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Mitton, JacquelineHuges, David W.Dinwiddie, Robert

An essential guide to milestone developments in astronomy, telling the story of our ideas about space, time, and the physics of the cosmos--from ancient times to the present day. From planets and stars to black holes and the Big Bang, take a journey through the wonders of the universe. Featuring topics from the Copernican Revolution to the mind-boggling theories of recent science, The Astronomy…

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9780241225936
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352 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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Big ideas simply explained.
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SS 520 MIT a
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Light years: an exploration of mankind's enduring fascination with light
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Clegg, Brian

This is the story of light and the people who were determined to unlock the secrets of this puzzling phenomenon. The book recounts spiritual interpretations, from the Ancient Egyptians to the Mayans and looks at some of the first scientific grapplings with light.

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9780749922726
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x, 310 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
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SS 535 CLE l