Astrophysics 101: An Essential Guide to the Science of the Universe

This handy full-color hardback is the perfect introduction to cosmology, astronomy and astrophysics, written by one of NASA's leading astronomers and educator, Sten Odenwald.

Filled with helpful charts, suggestions for further reading and easily digestible history sections, this book makes it easier than ever to understand the workings of the universe. Featuring the most important ideas in the field, including the Theory of Relativity, the Standard Model, Loop Quantum Gravity, and Supersymme...