astrophysics

Recounts the rivalry between Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, who developed the first mathematical description of black holes, and Sir Arthur Eddington, one of the greatest astrophysicists of the day, discussing how their theories contradicted and inspired one another.

A guide to the mysteries of the stars and what they mean for human existence, and focuses on stellar evolution, the universe's ultimate fate, and stars as a source of transcendence.

Biography of physicist Stephen Hawking interweaving the events of his life with concise explanations of his theories.

Presents essays based on lectures given by mathematics professors Stephen Hawking and Roger Penrose in which they debate the foundations of quantum mechanics, discussing in mathematical and physical terms how to combine quantum theory with the theory of general relativity.

Examines and explains Einstein's theories of relativity as they pertain to high-speed motion and gravity.

Examines and explains Einstein's theories of relativity as they pertain to high-speed motion and gravity.

Explains how the solar system was created, where comets come from, how rings form around planets, why Pluto isn't a planet, and other related topics.

Presents a series of experiments and activities that young astronomers can use to explore the Moon and planets, gravity, galaxies, and more.

Entertaining essays and cartoons explain the sizes of materials in the universe and modern physics.

Examines space phenomena such as stellar signals, conundrums, and spacetime.