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Dive into the cosmic wonders with **The Little Book of Exoplanets**, a compelling guide to the captivating world of exoplanets. Authored by esteemed Princeton astrophysicist Joshua Winn, this book presents a **concise introduction** to the groundbreaking science underlying recent discoveries of planets beyond our solar system. Since the 1990s, the quest for exoplanets has taken off, leading to the identification of over **5,000 exoplanets**, propelled by advances in technology like NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite and the James Webb Space Telescope.
In this must-read, Winn shares fascinating insights into how astronomers are learning about planets orbiting distant stars. You'll uncover how many Sun-like stars host their own systems, possibly containing Earth-like planets while also revealing the existence of peculiar, un-Earth-like worlds that challenge our understanding of planetary formation. With a narrative rich in scientific discovery, **The Little Book of Exoplanets** offers readers an inside look into the detective work involved in studying these celestial entities.
Beyond just a collection of facts, this book paints a vibrant picture of the ongoing revolution in astronomy and predicts the future of exoplanet exploration. It’s an essential read for anyone curious about the universe, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Whether you’re a space enthusiast or looking for a thoughtful gift, this book is perfect for sparking imaginations and igniting a passion for astronomy.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691215471. Format: Trade binding. Year: 2023. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691215471
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A concise and accessible introduction to exoplanets that explains the cutting-edge science behind recent discoveries.
For centuries, people have speculated about the possibility of planets orbiting distant stars, but only since the 1990s has technology allowed astronomers to detect them. At this point, more than five thousand such exoplanets have been identified, with the pace of discovery accelerating after the launch of NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite and the Webb Space Telescope. In The Little Book of Exoplanets, Princeton astrophysicist Joshua Winn offers a brief and engaging introduction to the search for exoplanets and the cutting-edge science behind recent findings. In doing so, he chronicles the dawn of a new age of discovery — one that has rapidly transformed astronomy and our broader understanding of the universe.
Scientists now know that many Sun-like stars host their own systems of planets, some of which may resemble our solar system and include planets similar to the Earth. But, Winn tells us, the most remarkable discoveries so far have been of planets with unexpected and decidedly un-Earth-like properties, which have upended what we thought we knew about the origins of planetary systems. Winn provides an inside view of the sophisticated detective work astronomers perform as they find and study exoplanets and describes the surprising — sometimes downright bizarre — planets and systems they have found. He explains how these discoveries are revolutionising astronomy, and he explores the current status and possible future of the search for another Earth. Finally, drawing on his own and
In this must-read, Winn shares fascinating insights into how astronomers are learning about planets orbiting distant stars. You'll uncover how many Sun-like stars host their own systems, possibly containing Earth-like planets while also revealing the existence of peculiar, un-Earth-like worlds that challenge our understanding of planetary formation. With a narrative rich in scientific discovery, **The Little Book of Exoplanets** offers readers an inside look into the detective work involved in studying these celestial entities.
Beyond just a collection of facts, this book paints a vibrant picture of the ongoing revolution in astronomy and predicts the future of exoplanet exploration. It’s an essential read for anyone curious about the universe, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Whether you’re a space enthusiast or looking for a thoughtful gift, this book is perfect for sparking imaginations and igniting a passion for astronomy.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780691215471. Format: Trade binding. Year: 2023. Publisher: Princeton University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780691215471
Format: Trade binding
Year: 2023
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Description:
A concise and accessible introduction to exoplanets that explains the cutting-edge science behind recent discoveries.
For centuries, people have speculated about the possibility of planets orbiting distant stars, but only since the 1990s has technology allowed astronomers to detect them. At this point, more than five thousand such exoplanets have been identified, with the pace of discovery accelerating after the launch of NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite and the Webb Space Telescope. In The Little Book of Exoplanets, Princeton astrophysicist Joshua Winn offers a brief and engaging introduction to the search for exoplanets and the cutting-edge science behind recent findings. In doing so, he chronicles the dawn of a new age of discovery — one that has rapidly transformed astronomy and our broader understanding of the universe.
Scientists now know that many Sun-like stars host their own systems of planets, some of which may resemble our solar system and include planets similar to the Earth. But, Winn tells us, the most remarkable discoveries so far have been of planets with unexpected and decidedly un-Earth-like properties, which have upended what we thought we knew about the origins of planetary systems. Winn provides an inside view of the sophisticated detective work astronomers perform as they find and study exoplanets and describes the surprising — sometimes downright bizarre — planets and systems they have found. He explains how these discoveries are revolutionising astronomy, and he explores the current status and possible future of the search for another Earth. Finally, drawing on his own and