Blind Watchers Of The Sky: The People And Ideas That Shaped Our View Of The Universe

by Edward Kolb

Overview

In this immensely readable book, noted cosmologist Rocky Kolb reveals the very human struggles of astronomy superstars seeking cosmic truths while lost in the clouds of confusion. Punctuated by the author's razor-sharp wit, this book provides anyone curious about science with a behind-the-scenes peek into the discovery process—it's not exactly the scientific method you learned in school.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780201154962
Publisher:	Basic Books
Publication date:	04/29/1997
Series:	Helix Bks.
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Rocky Kolb, founding head of the NASA/Fermilab Theoretical Astrophysics Group and University of Chicago professor, combines art, humor, music, and philosophy in writings and lectures about cosmology for the general public.

Editorial Reviews

This examination of the often overlooked human side of scientific discovery links the methods of astronomers such as Tycho Brache, Kepler, Galileo, and Herschel with their discoveries, providing a fascinating look at early cosmology and the scientific process. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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