cosmology

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cosmology

The Oxford companion to cosmology

2009
Over 350 entries provide a comprehensive overview of modern cosmological ideas, discussing the structure of the universe, its rate of expansion, observational evidence such as redshift surveys and cosmic microwave background radiation, and theoretical ideas such as alternative cosmologies.

Biocentrism

how life and consciousness are the keys to understanding the true nature of the universe
2009
Describes a biocentric theory on the nature of the universe, based on the author's findings from quantum physics and anatomy studies, and proposes that the universe is created by consciousness.

One universe

at home in the cosmos
2000
An illustrated introduction to the cosmos, showing how the concepts of motion, matter, and energy which work together to control the universe, are reflected in everyday activities; and examining questions about the origins and existence of life.

Evolving cosmos

2004
Chronicles the evolution of the universe, describing the beginnings of galaxies, the birth and death of stars, the start of life on Earth, and the universe's potential end, based on physical laws.

Hyperspace

our final frontier
2001
Discusses the advancement of the study of the universe and the tools that astronomers use to study the cosmos.

Extreme physics

2008
Contains seven scientific essays that address topics of extreme physics, including wormholes, negative energy, String Theory, and more.

The fabric of the cosmos

space, time, and the texture of reality
2004
Physicist Brian Green explains how modern science has lead to a new and deeper understanding of the universe that may reconcile the behavior of everything from the smallest particle to the largest black hole.

The universe and beyond

2004
Presents an introduction to astronomy, using photographs and text to explore the planets, stars, galaxies, and other aspects of the universe.

The big bang

2006
Presents an introduction to the big bang, explaining the basic concepts behind the theory of how the universe was formed. Includes illustrations.

Scientific information about the universe and the scientific theories of the evolution of the universe

an anthology of current thought
2006
Presents a collection of sixteen articles that discuss scientific theories on the evolution of the universe.

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