Studies the clouds of interstellar space, considering the process by which new stars are formed, looking at how star birth generates planets and perhaps life, and studying how the deaths of stars begins the process anew.
Looks at the scientific and technological aspects of the Star Trek films and television series, focusing on how the physics of the Star Trek universe compare to the physics of the real universe.
Discusses various aspects of research regarding the Sun, covering topics such as its impact on cultures throughout history, sunspots, solar wind, magnetism, and its influence on the earth's atmosphere.
string theory and the illusion of intelligent design
Susskind, Leonard
2006
Presents an examination of the intellectual debate between physicists on the nature of the universe, including discussions of string theory, the Anthropic Principle, and more.
Astronomer Grant Archer is torn away from his young bride and sent to a research station in orbit around Jupiter, where he finds himself struggling to stay alive.
Readers chronicle the lives of individuals positioned at the vanguard of astronomical discovery, laying the groundwork for space exploration past, present, and yet to come.
dark matter, dark energy, and the race to discover the rest of reality
Panek, Richard
2011
Examines the scientific discovery that mankind only knows about four percent of the universe--meaning ninety-six percent is unknown--and discusses the efforts of scientists to discover "dark" matter and energy, bitter rivals between professionals, and the eureka moments that have altered the way people view the universe.
