Prisons of Light - Black Holes
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Book Overview
In this jargon-free review of one of the most fascinating topics in modern science, acclaimed science writer Kitty Ferguson examines the discovery of black holes, their nature, and what they can teach... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0521495180
ISBN13:9780521495189
Release Date:September 1996
Publisher:Cambridge University Press
Length:224 Pages
Weight:1.20 lbs.
Dimensions:10.0" x 1.0" x 6.5"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
The Best Explanation for Non-Scientists
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
Kitty Ferguson has an amazing gift for translating incredibly difficult concepts from modern physics into language that anybody can grasp. "Prisons of Light" is a great example. If you want to understand black holes, but you know nothing of calculus or quantum dynamics, than this is the book for you. It is enjoyable reading and informative in the extreme. It is the place to start in this subject area. Highly recommended!
Amazing Book.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This is for those who failed to read 'Brief History of Time'. It explains complex theories with a clarity that astounds.I read through the whole thing in less than 2 days, it was compelling as a novel. This is indeed a great book that makes complicated physics as easy as pie.
The Best Book yet on Black Holes!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Have you ever wanted to persue reading about black holes, yet didn't feel like having to read it over and over to understand what is really being said? Well this is the exact book you should perchase. It is one of the most easy to read book and it trys to avoid all of the astronomical jargin that can get some people confused. And at the same time it teaches you so much in so little time. I know I was on page 79 before I knew it. I just could not put it down! Make sure you get it!
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