Astronomy, space and time

This updated introductory textbook, with added learning features, explains how the Sun influences the Earth and its near-space environment.

An overview of semi-classical gravity theory and stochastic gravity as theories of quantum gravity in curved space-time.

A definitive reference on the Dawn mission and its results, covering the formation and evolution of the asteroid belt.

A comprehensive review of recent advances and new directions in high pressure mineral research using static and dynamic compression methods.

A theoretical, self-contained study of periodic multilayers and how they can be effectively exploited in both traditional and modern applications.

Intersecting physics and philosophy of science, this book outlines the philosophical challenge to theoretical physics in a measured style.

Intersecting physics and philosophy of science, this book outlines the philosophical challenge to theoretical physics in a measured style.

This concise textbook covers all aspects of the interstellar and intergalactic medium, for graduate students and advanced undergraduates.

Presents the observations that helped establish our theories of the cosmos, from a unique and engaging perspective.

Presents the observations that helped establish our theories of the cosmos, from a unique and engaging perspective.

A concise introduction to lens design, including the fundamental theory, methods and tools used in the field.

A comprehensive examination of nearly fourteen billion years of galaxy formation and evolution, from primordial gas to present-day galaxies.

A concise introduction to lens design, including the fundamental theory, methods and tools used in the field.

A comprehensive examination of nearly fourteen billion years of galaxy formation and evolution, from primordial gas to present-day galaxies.

Explores fundamental philosophical and scientific questions about the nature of life, particularly in relation to the search for extraterrestrial life.

An overview of fine-tuning arguments in physics, for students and researchers in physics and philosophy.

A comprehensive summary of the mineralogy of all meteorite groups and the origin of their minerals.

Reviews the fundamentals for studying chemical compositions of planetary atmospheres and ionospheres, for graduate students and researchers.

An accessible introductory textbook on general relativity, covering the theory''s foundations, mathematical formalism and major applications.

Martin Harwit''s influential book, Cosmic Discovery, is rereleased after more than 35 years, with a new Preface by the author.

Martin Harwit''s influential book, Cosmic Discovery, is rereleased after more than 35 years, with a new Preface by the author.

A new edition of this best-selling guidebook to the night sky, showing amateur astronomers how to observe a host of celestial wonders.

A fascinating historical account of the emergence and development of the new interdisciplinary field of deep carbon science.

A definitive handbook to photographing the night sky using DSLR cameras, including projects for both beginners and more advanced enthusiasts.

Offers an authoritative synthesis of knowledge of the planet Mercury after the MESSENGER mission, for researchers and students in planetary science.

Essays by leading intellectuals and public figures explore extreme events, environments, and achievements.

An advanced review of how binary stars affect stellar evolution, presenting results from state-of-the art models and recent observations.

Documenting the different formulations of general relativity, this book reveals valuable insight into the nature of the gravitational force.

The ideal textbook resource to support a one-semester capstone course in planetary processes for geoscience undergraduates.

A detailed overview of Saturn''s formation, evolution and structure written by eminent planetary scientists involved in the Cassini Orbiter mission.

The definitive guide to modern meteor science, destined to be the standard resource for advanced students and researchers.

A comprehensive review of the testing and research conducted on Einstein''s theory of general relativity.

Examines humanistic aspects of astrobiology, exploring approaches, critical issues, and implications of the discovery of extraterrestrial life.

A complete text on the physics of gamma-ray bursts, the most brilliant explosions since the Big Bang.

A fascinating historical account of the emergence and development of the new interdisciplinary field of deep carbon science.

Outlining Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND), this volume assesses its viability as the leading alternative to the standard cosmological model.

Offers a comprehensive and up-to-date volume on the conceptual and philosophical problems related to the interpretation of quantum mechanics.

Explores fundamental philosophical and scientific questions about the nature of life, particularly in relation to the search for extraterrestrial life.

Examines humanistic aspects of astrobiology, exploring approaches, critical issues, and implications of the discovery of extraterrestrial life.

An accessible and engaging account of the history of climate science and exploration on Earth and other planetary bodies.

A richly illustrated and stunning visual reference work on Mars, replacing the NASA atlas from the 1970s.

Prominent intellectuals and public figures explore the dynamics of development, offering varying perspectives from a range of fields.

A comprehensive guide to carbon inside Earth – its quantities, movements, forms, origins, changes over time and impact on planetary processes.

Outlining Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND), this volume assesses its viability as the leading alternative to the standard cosmological model.

Treats the origin of magnetic fields in planets, stars and galaxies, and the manner of their evolution over time.

An accessible and engaging account of the history of climate science and exploration on Earth and other planetary bodies.

Develops a fresh mathematical approach to coronal seismology, explaining oscillatory phenomena by drawing upon original research and complex modelling techniques.

A comprehensive guide to carbon inside Earth – its quantities, movements, forms, origins, changes over time and impact on planetary processes.

This essential book is the first comprehensive exposition in the area of optimal low-thrust orbit transfer using non-singular variables.

An essential overview of the physical and mathematical background of radiative transfer, and its applications to stellar and planetary atmospheres.