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Fundamentals Of Solar Astronomyby Arvind Bhatnagar; William Livingston
World Scientific 2005; US$ 75.40There are several textbooks available on solar astronomy which deal with advanced astrophysical aspects of solar physics, and books which provide very elementary knowledge about the Sun. This book will help to bridge the gap. It aims to stimulate interest in solar astronomy, presenting at one place the basic methods and techniques used in the field, together with the latest findings and the excitement in solar physics. As solar astronomy is becoming very popular among amateur astronomers and laymen, the book provides the practical knowledge to build simple solar telescopes and other equipment for making solar observations. Amateur astronomers have made important contributions to solar astronomy, and this book will help to guide them in their... more...
Principles of Planetary Climateby Raymond T. Pierrehumbert
Cambridge University Press 2010; US$ 64.00Unified treatment of physical principles of planetary climates for advanced students and researchers in atmospheric science, Earth and planetary science. more...
End of the Worldby John Leslie
Routledge 1996; US$ 34.95Are we in imminent danger of extinction? Yes, we probably are, argues John Leslie in his chilling account of the dangers facing the human race as we approach the second millenium. more...
What Does a Martian Look Likeby Jack Cohen; Ian Stewart
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2003; US$ 27.95"A fascinating and useful handbook to both the science and science fiction of extraterrestrial life. Cohen and Stewart are amusing, opinionated, and expert guides. I found it a terrific and informative piece of work-nothing else like it!" -Greg Bear "I loved it." -Larry Niven "Ever wonder about what aliens could be like? The world authority is Jack Cohen, a professional biologist who has thought long and hard about the vast realm of possibilities. This is an engaging, swiftly moving study of alien biology, a subject with bounds and constraints these authors plumb with verve and intelligence." -Gregory Benford "A celebration of life off Earth. A hearteningly optimistic book, giving a much-needed antidote to the pessimism of astrobiologists... more...
Understanding the New Solar Systemby Editors of Scientific American
Warner 2002; US$ 8.99This volume reveals the latest knowledge of the composition and nature of our solar family. Here you'll discover what lies beyond the orbit of Pluto, which solar body is the most volcanically active, and which solar system bodies have atmospheres and may harbour primitive life. more...
Magnetohydrodynamic Turbulenceby Dieter Biskamp
Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 51.00This book presents an introduction to, and state-of-the-art account of, magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) turbulence. Applications to three topics from astrophysics are considered: the solar wind, accretion disks, and the interstellar medium. Suitable for graduate students and researchers working in turbulence theory, plasma physics and astrophysics. more...
The Monthly Sky Guideby Ian Ridpath; Wil Tirion
Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 15.00Now available in full colour and updated throughout, the sixth edition of this famous guide to the night sky contains planet positions and forthcoming eclipses up to the end of 2007. This handbook helps in identifying constellations, star clusters, nebulae, plotting planet movements, and witnessing solar and lunar eclipses. more...
Meteorites, Ice, and Antarcticaby William A. Cassidy
Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 29.00Bill Cassidy has led meteorite recovery expeditions in the Antarctic for fifteen years. His searches have resulted in the collection of thousands of meteorite specimens from the ice. This fascinating story is a first hand account of his field experiences on the US Antarctic Search for Meteorites Project. more...
The Observing Guide to the Messier Marathonby Don Machholz
Cambridge University Press 2002; US$ 50.00The Messier Catalogue lists one hundred and ten galaxies, star clusters and nebulae. With over 90 easy-to-use star maps, and tips for a successful night of observing, this book will help amateurs with a small telescope to complete the Messier Marathon, or to observe the Messier Objects throughout the year. more...
Exploration of the Solar System by Infrared Remote Sensingby R. A. Hanel; B. J. Conrath; D. E. Jennings; R. E. Samuelson
Cambridge University Press 2003; US$ 176.00This book describes all aspects of the theory, instrumental techniques and observational results of the remote sensing of objects in our Solar System through studies of infrared radiation. Fully revised since publication of the first edition in 1992, it now incorporates the latest technologies, new mission results and scientific discoveries. more...