Death by black hole : and other cosmic quandaries
(Book)
Author
Published
New York : W.W. Norton, c2007.
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
384 pages ; 22 cm.
Status
Moab Library - Adult Non-fiction Book
523.8 TYS
1 available
523.8 TYS
1 available
Description
Loading Description...
Also in this Series
Checking series information...
Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Moab Library - Adult Non-fiction Book | 523.8 TYS | On Shelf |
More Details
Published
New York : W.W. Norton, c2007.
Format
Book
Edition
1st ed.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. [363]-368) and indexes.
Description
Readers of the monthly "Universe" essays in Natural History magazine have long recognized Neil deGrasse Tysonś talent for guiding them through the mysteries of the cosmos with stunning clarity and childlike enthusiasm. Here Tyson compiles his favorite essays across a myriad of cosmic topics. The title essay introduces readers to the physics of black holes by explaining just what would happen to your body if you fell into one, while "Hollywood Nights" assails Hollywoodś feeble efforts to get its night skies right. Tyson is the worldś best-known astrophysicist, and heś at his best here, as a natural teacher who simplifies the complexities of astrophysics while sharing his infectious excitement for our universe.
Reviews from GoodReads
Loading GoodReads Reviews.
Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Tyson, N. d. (2007). Death by black hole: and other cosmic quandaries . W.W. Norton.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse. 2007. Death By Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries. W.W. Norton.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse. Death By Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries W.W. Norton, 2007.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Tyson, Neil deGrasse. Death By Black Hole: And Other Cosmic Quandaries W.W. Norton, 2007.
Note! Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy. Citation formats are based on standards as of August 2021.
Staff View
Loading Staff View.