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A 2009 catalogue of bestselling, new and forthcoming books from Cambridge University Press.
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Astrophysics ProcessesThe Physics of Astronomical PhenomenaHale BradtMassachusetts Institute of Technology
Written for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, this book provides physical explanations of twelve fundamental astrophysical processes underlying a wide range of phenomena in astronomy. It contains tutorial figures, review exercises, and step-by-step mathematical and physical development, providing a stepping stone to more specialized books and primary literature.Contents: Preface; 1. Kepler, Newton, and the mass function; 2. Equilibrium in stars; 3. Equations of state; 4. Stellar structure and evolution; 5. Thermal bremsstrahlung radiation; 6. Blackbody radiation; 7. Special theory of relativity in astronomy;
8. Synchrotron radiation; 9. Compton scattering; 10. Hydrogen spin-flip radiation; 11. Dispersion and Faraday rotation; 12. Gravitational lensing; References; Acronyms; Appendix; Index.2008 247 x 174 mm 512pp 135 line figures 30 halftones 201 exercises 978-0-521-84656-1 Hardback £40.00 Publication September 2008
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The Cosmic Microwave BackgroundRuth DurrerUniversité de Genève
Examining the theory of the cosmic microwave background and recent developments, this textbook is the first to contain a full derivation of the theory of CMB anisotropies and polarization. Ideal for graduate students and researchers, it includes end-of-chapter exercises, and solutions to selected exercises are provided.Contents: Preface; 1. The homogeneous and isotropic universe; 2. Perturbation theory; 3. Initial conditions; 4. CMB anisotropies; 5. CMB polarization and the total angular momentum approach; 6. Cosmological parameter estimation; 7. Lensing and the CMB; 8. The CMB spectrum; Appendixes; References; Index.2008 247 x 174 mm 424pp 50 line figures 10 halftones 35 exercises 978-0-521-84704-9 Hardback £40.00www.cambridge.org/9780521847049
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Galaxies in the UniverseAn IntroductionSecond editionLinda S. SparkeUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison
and John S. Gallagher, IIIUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison
Revised second edition for advanced undergraduate students in astronomy and astrophysics.
‘Galaxies in the Universe is more than its title suggests. It has all the ingredients needed for a comprehensive senior-level course on galaxies, including the necessary background technology, stellar astrophysics and dynamical and cosmological theory. The book is full of interesting problems aimed at broadening the reader’s understanding. Galaxies in the Universe is an excellent text: I use it for my senior class and can strongly recommend it.’Ken Freeman, Duffield Professor, The Australian National University
Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Mapping our Milky Way; 3. The orbits of the stars; 4. Our backyard: the Local Group; 5. Spiral and SO galaxies; 6. Elliptical galaxies; 7. Galaxy groups and clusters; 8. Large-scale distribution of galaxies; 9. Active galactic nuclei and the early history of galaxies; Appendices; Index.2007 253 x 177 mm 442pp 40 line figures 10 halftones 56 exercises 978-0-521-85593-8 Hardback £70.00 978-0-521-67186-6 Paperback £35.00
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Astronomy, Astrophysics and Planetary Science 2009
ContentsHighlights .................................. 1Astronomy ................................. 2Astrophysics ............................... 3Cosmology ................................. 5General Relativity ....................... 6Solar and Space Physics .............. 7Planetary Science ....................... 8Astrobiology............................... 9Proceedings of the IAU ............. 10Also of Interest ......................... 11
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Observational AstronomySecond editionD. Scott BirneyWellesley College, Massachusetts
Guillermo GonzalezIowa State University
and David OesperIowa State University
‘I will recommend this book highly to my students. … there is certainly much material suitable also for a (UK) first-year undergraduate. … I don’t think any other book on optical observational astronomy has quite the focus, and yet range, as this …’The Observatory
‘Throughout there are useful equations of appropriate complexity and a helpful appendix of some statistical methods and internet resources. Each chapter ends with a set of graduated problems (though without solutions) and further reading suggestions, illustrations, mainly in the form of line drawings, are plentiful and useful for their simplicity.’Astronomy Now
Contents: 1. The celestial sphere and coordinate systems; 2. Time; 3. Charts and catalogs; 4. Applications of the spherical triangle; 5. Quantifying light; 6. Optical telescopes; 7. Effects of the atmosphere; 8. Light detectors; 9. CCD calibrations; 10. Astronomical photometry; 11. Astrometry; 12. Spectrographs; 13. Spectroscopy; 14. Variable stars; 15. Observing the sun; Appendices; Index.2006 247 x 174 mm 322pp 150 line figures 30 halftones 125 exercises 978-0-521-85370-5 Hardback £32.00
Handbook of CCD AstronomySecond editionSteve B. HowellWIYN/NOAO
‘As an introduction to CCD imaging in astronomy, this handbook will serve well both the serious amateur and the fresh professional. For a wide range of objects, in optical to high-energy astronomy, the author shows admirably where the techniques suffer, how they can be corrected and what can be achieved. We recommend this handbook to all interested in CCDs, photometry and spectroscopy.’ Irish Astronomical Journal
‘[Howell’s] broad experience in CCD astronomy is evident throughout the book. Overall the book is well written and nicely printed … I highly recommend it for anyone interested in CCD astronomy.’ Ken Herkenhoff, EOS
Contents: Prefaces; 1. Introduction; 2. CCD manufacturing and operation; 3. Characterization of CCDs; 4. CCD imaging; 5. Photometry and astronomy; 6. Spectroscopy with CCDs; 7. CCDs used in space and at short wavelengths; Appendices; References; Index.Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers, 5
2006 228 x 152 mm 222pp 65 line figures 978-0-521-85215-9 Hardback £59.00 978-0-521-61762-8 Paperback £25.99
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Introduction to Astronomical PhotometrySecond editionEdwin BuddingCarter Observatory, Wellington
and Osman DemircanÇanakkale University, Turkey
Review of astronomical photometry for graduate students, researchers and advanced amateurs in practical and observational astronomy. Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers, 6
2007 228 x 152 mm 450pp 100 line figures 978-0-521-84711-7 Hardback £45.00
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Astronomical Spectrographs and their HistoryJohn B. HearnshawUniversity of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
An indispensable reference for advanced amateur and professional astronomers, graduate students, and historians of science, this book provides a comprehensive account of spectrographs from their theory and development over the last two hundred years, to the recent advances of the early twenty-first century.2009 246 x 189 mm 240pp 75 halftones 978-0-521-88257-6 Hardback c. £70.00 Publication February 2009www.cambridge.org/9780521882576
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The Observation and Analysis of Stellar PhotospheresThird editionDavid F. GrayUniversity of Western Ontario
•Bestbasicintroductiontostarlight,its analysis, and the atmospheres of real stars
•Observationsandrealstellarspectra are emphasized throughout
•Materialisclearlywritten,logicallypresented and well illustrated
•Introducesbasicmaterialthendevelops it to a professional level
Contents: 1. Background; 2. Fourier transforms; 3. Spectroscopic tools; 4. Light detectors; 5. Radiation terms and definitions; 6. The black body and its radiation; 7. Radiative and convective energy transport; 8. The continuous absorption coefficient; 9. The model photosphere; 10. The measurement of stellar continua; 11. The line absorption coefficient; 12. The measurement of spectral lines; 13. The behavior of spectral lines; 14. The measurement of stellar radii and temperatures; 15. The measurement of photospheric pressure; 16. Chemical analysis; 17. Velocity fields in stellar photospheres; 18. Stellar rotation.2008 244 x 170 (Pinched Crown) 549pp 201 line figures 39 halftones 978-0-521-06681-5 Paperback £33.00
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A Student’s Guide to Maxwell’s EquationsDaniel FleischWittenberg University, Ohio
Maxwell’s equations are four of the most influential equations in science. In this book, each equation is the subject of an entire chapter, making it a wonderful resource for undergraduate and graduate courses in electromagnetism and electromagnetics. Audio podcasts and solutions to the problems are available at ww.cambridge.org/9780521701471.Contents: Preface; 1. Gauss’s law for electric fields; 2. Gauss’s law for magnetic fields; 3. Faraday’s law; 4. The Ampere-Maxwell law; 5. From Maxwell’s equations to the wave equation; Appendix; Further Reading; Index.2008 228 x 152 mm 144pp 32 line figures 31 halftones 39 exercises 978-0-521-87761-9 Hardback £40.00 978-0-521-70147-1 Paperback £14.99www.cambridge.org/9780521877619
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Astronomical Applications of AstrometryTen Years of Exploitation of the Hipparcos Satellite DataMichael PerrymanEuropean Space Agency
The Hipparcos satellite, developed and launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) in 1989, was the first space mission dedicated to astrometry – the accurate measurement of positions, distances, and proper motions of stars. Amongst the key achievements of its measurements are refining the cosmic distance scale, characterising the large-scale kinematic motions in the Solar neighbourhood, providing precise luminosities for stellar modelling, and confirming Einstein’s prediction of the effect of gravity on starlight. This authoritative account of the Hipparcos contributions over the last decade is an outstanding reference for astronomers, astrophysicists and cosmologists. It reviews the applications of the data in different areas, describing the subject and the state-of-the-art before Hipparcos, and summarising all major contributions to the topic made by Hipparcos. It contains a detailed overview of the Hipparcos and Tycho Catalogues, their annexes and their updates. Each chapter ends with comprehensive references to relevant literature. 2008 246 x 189 mm 688pp 317 halftones 978-0-521-51489-7 Hardback £70.00 Publication November 2008www.cambridge.org/9780521514897
Innovation in Astronomy EducationEdited by Jay M. PasachoffWilliams College, Massachusetts
Rosa M. RosUniversitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Barcelona
and Naomi Pasachoff
Based on papers presented at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union at its 2006 General Assembly in Prague, this volume highlights the general strategies for effective teaching of astronomy. It introduces innovative points of view regarding methods of teaching and learning, particularly those using new technologies.2008 247 x 174 mm 384pp 60 line figures 40 halftones 978-0-521-88015-2 Hardback £70.00
The Emission-Line UniverseEdited by Jordi CepaInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
Devoted to the study of emission lines and the astrophysical objects that produce them, this book presents lectures from the eighteenth Winter School of the Canary Islands Astrophysics Institute (IAC). Written by prestigious researchers and experienced observers, it is a valuable reference for researchers and graduate students.2008 247 x 174 mm 410pp 100 halftones 978-0-521-89886-7 Hardback c. £70.00 Publication November 2008www.cambridge.org/9780521898867
Extrasolar PlanetsEdited by Hans DeegInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
Juan Antonio BelmonteInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
and Antonio AparicioInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
This volume is a balanced and varied introduction to extrasolar planets for research astronomers and graduate students. It covers a wide range of issues, from the state-of-the-art observational techniques, to the characterizations of these planets, and the techniques used in the remote detection of life.2007 247 x 174 mm 282pp 62 line figures 26 halftones 978-0-521-86808-2 Hardback £70.00
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A Decade of Extrasolar Planets around Normal StarsEdited by Mario LivioSpace Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore
Kailash SahuSpace Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore
and Jeff ValentiSpace Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore
These proceedings from the Space Telescope Science Institute Symposium on Extrasolar Planets explore one of the hottest topics in astronomy today. This collection of review papers, written by world experts in their fields, provides an important resource for both professional researchers and graduate students.Space Telescope Science Institute Symposium Series, 19
2008 247 x 174 mm 196pp 45 line figures 26 halftones 3 tables 978-0-521-89784-6 Hardback £70.00www.cambridge.org/9780521897846
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Introduction to High-Energy AstrophysicsStephan RosswogJacobs University Bremen
and Marcus BruggenJacobs University Bremen
Self-supporting, timely textbook on high-energy astrophysics for undergraduate students.
‘… it makes an easy transition to the applications of physics to astrophysics … The book is well constructed and develops derivations and explanations that are presented in logical sequences of thought with an ease characteristic of few books of its kind …This is an excellent choice for the bookshelves of current and aspiring astrophysicists … Summing Up: Highly recommended.’Choice Reviews Online
Contents: Preface; 1. Special relativity; 2. Gas processes; 3. Radiation processes; 4. Supernovae; 5. Neutron stars, pulsars and magnetars; 6. Compact binary systems; 7. Gamma-ray bursts; 8. Active galactic nuclei; Appendix A. Some recent high-energy astrophysics instruments; Appendix B. Physical constants; Appendix C. Distances; Appendix D. Luminosity, brightness, magnitude, colour; Index.2007 247 x 174 mm 366pp 63 line figures 37 halftones 72 exercises 978-0-521-85769-7 Hardback £35.00
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Principles of Astrophysical Fluid DynamicsCathie ClarkeUniversity of Cambridge
and Bob CarswellUniversity of Cambridge
Advanced textbook on AFD introducing astrophysics students to the necessary fluid dynamics.
•Addressesallaspectsoffluiddynamics relevant to advanced undergraduate and starting graduate astrophysics course, at an appropriate level
•Basedontheauthors’extensiveexperience gained when teaching this course at the University of Cambridge
•Tiestheorywithastrophysicalobservations to convey a more intuitive understanding of the subject
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Contents: 1. Introduction to concepts; 2. The fluid equations; 3. Gravitation; 4. The energy equation, 5. Hydrostatic equilibrium; 6. Propagation of sound waves; 7. Supersonic flows; 8. Blast waves; 9. Bernoulli’s equation; 10. Fluid instabilities; 11. Viscous flows; 12. Accretion disks in astrophysics; 13. Plasmas; Appendix 1. Equations in curvilinear coordinates; Appendix 2. Exercises; Bibliography; Index.2007 247 x 174 mm 336pp 40 line figures 10 halftones 56 exercises 978-0-521-85331-6 Hardback £35.00
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Astrophysical FlowsJames E. PringleUniversity of Cambridge
and Andrew KingUniversity of Leicester
‘[The book] emphasizes the essential physics behind the mathematical results. … the authors … give a flavour of all [the] problems without getting into all the mathematical complexities of a full treatment. … in each case [they] give a physical discussion of the problem, to explain what result one expects to emerge from the mathematics … this is a very useful book for new graduate students and it also gives new insights to those of us with more experience; I wish it had been available when I was learning the subject.’The Observatory
Contents: 1. The basic fluid equations; 2. Compressible media; 3. Spherically symmetric flows; 4. Stellar models and stellar oscillations; 5. Stellar oscillations – waves in stratified media; 6. Damping and excitation of stellar oscillations; 7. Magnetic instability in a static atmosphere; 8. Thermal instabilities; 9. Gravitational instability; 10. Linear shear flows; 11. Rotating flows; 12. Circular shear flow with self-gravity; 13. Modes in rotating stars; 14. Cylindrical shear flow – non-axisymmetric instability; References; Index.2007 247 x 174 mm 216pp 16 line figures 1 halftone 40 exercises 978-0-521-86936-2 Hardback £45.00
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Accretion Processes in Star FormationSecond editionLee HartmannUniversity of Michigan, Ann Arbor
The second edition now contains material on molecular clouds, binaries, star clusters and the stellar initial mass function (IMF), disk evolution and planet formation, this new edition is a comprehensive
account of the underlying physical processes of accretion for graduate students and researchers.Contents: 1. Overview; 2. Beginnings: molecular clouds; 3. Initial conditions for protostellar collapse; 4. Protostellar cloud collapse; 5. Protostellar collapse: observations vs theory; 6. Binaries, clusters, and the IMF; 7. Disk accretion; 8. The disks of pre-main sequence stars; 9. The FU Orionis objects; 10. Disk winds, jets, and magnetospheric accretion; 11. Disk accretion and early stellar evolution; 12. Disk evolution and planet formation; Appendixes; References; Index.Cambridge Astrophysics, 47
2008 247 x 174 mm 368pp 60 halftones 978-0-521-53199-3 Paperback c. £45.00 Publication November 2008
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Nucleosynthesis and Chemical Evolution of GalaxiesSecond editionBernard E. J. Pagel
Now containing material on abundances from stellar populations, nebular analysis, and meteoric isotopic anomalies, and abundance analysis of X-ray gas, this textbook provides a lucid introduction to this interdisciplinary subject for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. It is also an authoritative overview for researchers and professional scientists.
From reviews of the first edition: ‘Pagel covers all these aspects of nucleosynthesis and links them together to form a coherent picture of the way galaxies’ compositions vary with time. For its stated purpose as a text book for graduate students, it is excellent.’ C. R. Kitchin, Astronomy Now
Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction and overview; 2. Thermonuclear reactions; 3. Cosmic abundances of elements and isotopes; 4. Cosmological nucleosynthesis and abundances of light elements; 5. Outline of stellar structure and evolution; 6. Neutron capture processes; 7. Galactic chemical evolution: basic concepts and issues; 8. Some specific GCE models and related observational data; 9. Origin and evolution of light elements; 10. Radioactive cosmochronology; 11. Chemical evolution in other sorts of galaxies; 12. Cosmic chemical evolution and diffuse background radiation; Appendices; References; Index.2008 247 x 174 mm 456pp 978-0-521-84030-9 Hardback c. £45.00 Publication December 2008www.cambridge.org/9780521840309
Classical NovaeSecond editionEdited by Michael F. BodeLiverpool John Moores University
and Aneurin EvansKeele University
This second edition has been fully updated and revised and contains new contributions covering important developments in this field. The only book devoted solely to the study of classical novae, this is an important reference for researchers actively engaged in the subject and graduate students seeking an introduction. Cambridge Astrophysics, 43
2008 247 x 174 mm 398pp 105 line figures 25 halftones 978-0-521-84330-0 Hardback £75.00www.cambridge.org/9780521843300
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From Luminous Hot Stars to Starburst GalaxiesPeter S. Conti, University of Colorado, Boulder
Paul CrowtherUniversity of Sheffield
and Claus LeithererSpace Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore
Ideal for graduate students and researchers in astrophysics, this detailed introduction to luminous hot stars connects the astrophysics of massive stars with the extremes of galaxy evolution represented by starburst phenomena.Cambridge Astrophysics, 45
2008 247 x 174 mm 336pp 102 line figures 67 halftones 978-0-521-79134-2 Hardback c. £65.00 Publication September 2008
Structure Formation in AstrophysicsEdited by Gilles ChabrierEcole Normale Superieure, Lyon
Understanding the formation of galaxy clusters, galaxies, stars and planets is one of the most exciting challenges of twenty-first century astronomy. This unique reference for graduate students and researchers gathers together extensive reviews by experts in these areas to cover structure formation at all scales in one volume.Cambridge Contemporary Astrophysics
2008 247 x 174 mm 464pp 71 halftones 978-0-521-88779-3 Hardback c. £75.00 Publication December 2008
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Luminous hot stars represent the extreme upper mass end of normalstellar evolution. Before exploding as supernovae, they live out their lives of only a few million years with prodigious outputs
of radiation and stellar winds, which dramatically affect both their evolution and environments.
A detailed introduction to the topic, this book connects the astrophysicsof massive stars with the extremes of galaxy evolution represented bystarburst phenomena. A thorough discussion of the physical and windparameters of massive stars is presented, together with considerations
of their birth, evolution, and death. HII galaxies, their connection tostarburst galaxies, and the contribution of starburst phenomena to
galaxy evolution through superwinds, are explored. The book concludeswith the wider cosmological implications, including Population III stars,Lyman break galaxies, and gamma-ray bursts, for each of which massive
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Understanding the formation of objects at all scales in theuniverse, from galaxies to stars and planets, is a majorissue in modern astrophysics, and one of the most excitingchallenges of twenty-first-century astronomy. Even thoughthey are characterized by different scales, the formations ofplanets, stars and galaxies share many common physicalprocesses and are rooted in the same underlying domainsof physics.
This unique reference for graduate students andresearchers in astrophysics is the first to cover structureformation on various scales in one volume. This bookgathers together extensive reviews written by world expertsin physics and astrophysics working in planet, star andgalaxy formation, and related subjects. It addresses currentissues in these fields and describes the recentobservational status and state-of-the-art theoretical andnumerical methods aimed at understanding theseproblems.
GILLES CHABRIER is Head of the Theoretical Astrophysics group atthe Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon. He has recently won theJohann Wempe prize and the silver medal of the Centre Nationalde la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS). His research interestsinclude dense matter physics, compact objects, stellar andplanetary physics, as well as galactic implications.
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The Metal-Rich UniverseEdited by Garik IsraelianInstituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
and Georges MeynetGeneva Observatory
This book is the first on metal-rich stars, and it covers many aspects, from spectral line formation to stellar formation and evolution in high metallicity regimes. It is invaluable to researchers and graduate students in stellar evolution, extragalactic astronomy, and planet formation.Cambridge Contemporary Astrophysics
2008 247 x 174 mm 488pp 110 line figures 62 halftones 978-0-521-87998-9 Hardback £75.00
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On Space and TimeEdited by Shahn MajidQueen Mary, University of London
With contributions by Alain ConnesMichael HellerRoger PenroseJohn C. Polkinghorneand Andrew N. Taylor
A fascinating discussion on space and time articulated by the most distinguished scientists of today.
•Aone-of-its-kindtextexploringthetrue nature of space and time, born out of an open public discussion hosted by Emmanuel College, Cambridge in 2006
•Coversthetopicfromavarietyof angles; from astrophysics and cosmology to theology and mathematics
2008 228 x 152 mm 320pp 15 line figures 30 halftones 978-0-521-88926-1 Hardback £13.99 Publication September 2008
Finding the Big BangEdited by P. James E. PeeblesPrinceton University, New Jersey
Lyman A. PagePrinceton University, New Jersey
and Bruce PartridgeHaverford College, Pennsylvania
Gathered together for the first time, this book contains a collection of essays on research on CMBR in the 1960s by eminent cosmologists who pioneered the work. It is an important resource for anyone interested in what physical science has taught us about the large-scale nature of the physical universe.2009 247 x 174 mm 600pp 33 halftones 978-0-521-51982-3 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication February 2009
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The Primordial Density PerturbationCosmology, Inflation and the Origin of StructureDavid H. LythLancaster University
and Andrew R. LiddleUniversity of Sussex
The origin and evolution of the primordial perturbation is key to understanding structure formation in the earliest stages of the Universe. Giving a thorough account of theoretical cosmology and perturbations in the early Universe, this graduate-level textbook describes their observational consequences and how such observations relate to primordial physical processes.2009 247 x 174 mm 450pp 9 halftones 135 exercises 978-0-521-82849-9 Hardback c. £40.00 Publication March 2009
Discovering the Expanding UniverseHarry NussbaumerSwiss Federal Institute of Technology, Zürich
and Lydia BieriHarvard University, Massachusetts
The discovery of the expanding universe is one of the most exciting exploits in astronomy. This book explores its development from Einstein, through to Lemaître, Hubble and Humason. It will interest scientists, students, and anyone interested in the history of astronomy and cosmology.2009 247 x 174 mm 220pp 49 halftones 978-0-521-51484-2 Hardback c. £30.00 Publication May 2009
The Cosmic CenturyA History of Astrophysics and CosmologyMalcolm S. LongairUniversity of Cambridge
‘Little of astrophysics and cosmology escapes the gaze of Longair … Readers, especially those already familiar with many of the topics, will enjoy his prose. Certainly all graduate students in the field should read this book. And anyone interested in the history of science would enjoy it as bedside reading if they were willing to skip the equations.’Nature
Contents: Part I. Stars and Stellar Evolution up to the Second World War; Part II. The Large-Scale Structure of the Universe 1900-39; Part III. The Opening up of the Electromagnetic Spectrum; Part IV. Astrophysics and Cosmology since 1945.2006 247 x 174 mm 565pp 127 line figures 50 halftones 10 tables 978-0-521-47436-8 Hardback £37.00
Facts and Speculations in CosmologyJayant NarlikarInter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune, India
and Geoffrey BurbidgeUniversity of California, San Diego
Thought-provoking book for undergraduate students and general readers on the evolution of cosmology.
•Auniqueassessmentofthebigbang theory
•Putsforwardanalternative,controversial theory on the origin of the universe
•Anon-mathematicalaccount,soreaders can easily understand the concepts and arguments presented
2008 247 x 174 mm 296pp 70 line figures 80 halftones 978-0-521-86504-3 Hardback £30.00
Universe or Multiverse?Edited by Bernard CarrQueen Mary, University of London
Physicists argue from different perspectives for and against the idea of the existence of multiple universes.
‘Universe or Multiverse? is up there with the best … it is probably the most comprehensive tome on the subject around at the moment and, like the others, I imagine it will have a long shelf-life’Physics World
Contents: Part I. Overviews; Part II. Cosmology and Astrophysics; Part III. Particle Physics and Quantum Theory; Part IV. More General Philosophical Issues.2007 247 x 174 mm 544pp 29 line figures 16 halftones 978-0-521-84841-1 Hardback £45.00
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Elements of String CosmologyMaurizio GasperiniUniversity of Bari, Italy
•Firstbookfullydevotedtostringcosmology, summarizing the results of 15 years of work
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•Includesself-containedintroductions to cosmology and string theory
•Containsdetailedderivationsofall presented results allowing for a deeper understanding and aiding preparation for independent research
Contents: Preface; Acknowledgements; Notation, units and conventions; 1. A short review of standard and inflationary cosmology; 2. The basic string cosmology equations; 3. Conformal invariance and string effective action; 4. Duality symmetries and cosmological solutions; 5. Inflationary kinematics; 6. The string phase; 7. The cosmic background of relic gravitational waves; 8. Scalar perturbations and the anisotropy of the CMB radiation; 9. Dilaton phenomenology; 10. Elements of brane cosmology; Index.2007 247 x 174 mm 568pp 8 line figures 45 halftones 978-0-521-86875-4 Hardback £45.00
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General RelativityAn Introduction for PhysicistsM. P. HobsonUniversity of Cambridge
G. P. EfstathiouUniversity of Cambridge
and A. N. LasenbyUniversity of Cambridge
Advanced textbook providing a clear mathematical introduction to general relativity and its physical applications.
‘… this book is a fine introduction and exposition of many of the theory’s features. … A beautiful approach is taken: the authors show that a consistent theory of electromagnetism can be derived from the simple supposition that there is a force … I strongly recommend this book for a very wide range of readers. Advanced undergraduates will obtain a good first understanding of GR; postgraduates will find it a useful reference book, and will no doubt learn a great deal that they have not fully covered at undergraduate level. Researchers and lecturers will also find it an invaluable book, not only for recommending to students, but also for obtaining significant new insights themselves.’The Observatory
Contents: 1. The spacetime of special relativity; 2. Manifolds and coordinates; 3. Vector calculus on manifolds; 4. Tensor calculus on manifolds; 5. Special relativity revisited; 6. Electromagnetism; 7. The equivalence principle and spacetime curvature; 8. The gravitational field equations; 9. The Schwarzschild geometry; 10. Experimental tests of general relativity; 11. Schwarzschild black holes; 12. Further spherically-symmetric geometries; 13. The Kerr geometry; 14. The Friedmann-Robertson-Walker geometry; 15. Cosmological models; 16. Inflationary cosmology; 17. Linearised general relativity; 18. Gravitational waves; 19. A variational approach to general relativity.2006 247 x 174 mm 590pp 85 line figures 9 halftones 8 tables 368 exercises 978-0-521-82951-9 Hardback £42.00
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A Relativist’s ToolkitThe Mathematics of Black-Hole MechanicsEric PoissonUniversity of Guelph, Ontario
Textbook providing practical tools for solving every day problems in general relativity, focusing on black holes.
‘… an elegant, thoughtful, useful and altogether commendable publication.’Contemporary Physics
‘The author puts emphasis on training the readers and equipping them with the relevant skills of a working relativist. The text reaches a high pedagogical standard … In this way the author succeeds in closing a gap in the existing text book literature especially for a readership mainly oriented towards physics.’Monatshefte für Mathematik
Contents: Preface; Notation and conventions; 1. Fundamentals; 2. Geodesic congruences; 3. Hypersurfaces; 4. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation of general relativity; 5. Black holes; References; Index.2007 247 x 174 mm 249pp 39 line figures 3 tables 46 exercises 978-0-521-53780-3 Paperback £22.99
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The Kerr SpacetimeRotating Black Holes in General RelativityEdited by David L. WiltshireUniversity of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
Matt VisserVictoria University of Wellington
and Susan M. ScottAustralian National University, Canberra
•ExcellentintroductiontotheKerrspace-time, covering all aspects, from mathematical relativity to astrophysical applications and observations, and current theoretical frontiers
•ContainschaptersbyRoyKerr,including his own description of his 1963 discovery
•AcomprehensiveoverviewoftheKerr space-time from researchers who have pioneered the theory and observation of black holes
2009 247 x 174 mm 384pp 60 halftones 978-0-521-88512-6 Hardback c. £60.00 Publication February 2009
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Modern Canonical Quantum General RelativityThomas ThiemannMax-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik, Germany
Canonical quantisation and loop quantum gravity theory for graduate students of quantum field theory.
•Discussesallaspectsoftheoryfromthe foundations to the frontiers of current research
•Containsmathematicalprecisionwhich reaches new levels of rigour
•Designedtobeanabsolutereference text on the subject
Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics
2007 247 x 174 mm 846pp 978-0-521-84263-1 Hardback £75.00 978-0-521-74187-3 Paperback c. £40.00
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Relativistic Figures of EquilibriumReinhard MeinelFriedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany
Marcus AnsorgMax-Planck-Institut für Gravitationsphysik, Germany
Andreas KleinwächterFriedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany
Gernot NeugebauerFriedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany
and David PetroffFriedrich-Schiller-Universität, Jena, Germany
•Thefirstbookdealingwiththerigorous theory of figures of equilibrium within general relativity
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•Providesalucidintroductiontothetopic for readers unfamiliar with the subject matter
•Arelatedwebsitecontainscodesto enable readers to calculate various equilibrium figures
2008 247 x 174 mm 228pp 66 line figures 6 halftones 978-0-521-86383-4 Hardback £70.00
Approaches to Quantum GravityToward a New Understanding of Space, Time and MatterEdited by Daniele OritiUniversiteit Utrecht, The Netherlands
The theory of quantum gravity promises a revolutionary new understanding of gravity and spacetime, valid from microscopic to cosmological distances. Research in this field involves an exciting blend of rigorous mathematics and bold speculations, foundational questions and technical issues. Containing contributions from leading researchers in this field, this book presents the fundamental issues involved in the construction of a quantum theory of gravity and building up a quantum picture of space and time. It introduces the most current approaches to this problem, and reviews their main achievements. Each part ends in questions and answers, in which the contributors explore the merits and problems of the various approaches. This book provides a complete overview of this field from the frontiers of theoretical physics research for graduate students and researchers. 2009 247 x 174 mm 630pp 15 halftones 978-0-521-86045-1 Hardback c. £60.00 Publication February 2009
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An Introduction to Space WeatherMark MoldwinUniversity of California, Los Angeles
One of the first undergraduate textbooks on space weather for non-science majors, it introduces the relationship between the Sun and Earth, and shows how it impacts our technological society. It contains definitions of important terms, key concepts, supplements, and
review questions, and is ideal for introductory space physics courses.Contents: 1. What is space weather?; 2. The variable sun; 3. The heliosphere; 4. Earth’s space environment; 5. Earth’s upper atmosphere; 6. The technological impacts of space storms; 7. The perils of living in space; 8. Other space weather phenomena; Appendices; References; Historical bibliography; Index.2008 247 x 174 mm 146pp 27 line figures 15 halftones 55 exercises 978-0-521-86149-6 Hardback £70.00 978-0-521-71112-8 Paperback £29.99www.cambridge.org/9780521861496
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Ultraviolet and X-ray Spectroscopy of the Solar AtmosphereKenneth J. H. PhillipsMullard Space Science Laboratory
Uri Feldmanand Enrico Landi
Exploring a principal means of understanding the Sun’s atmosphere, its ultraviolet and soft X-Ray emission, this book includes a list of emission lines in the ultraviolet and soft X-ray region, and a glossary of terms. An ideal reference for graduate students and researchers in astrophysics and solar physics.Cambridge Astrophysics, 44
2008 247 x 174 mm 360pp 107 line figures 25 halftones 18 tables 978-0-521-84160-3 Hardback £85.00
Sunspots and StarspotsJohn H. ThomasUniversity of Rochester, New York
and Nigel O. WeissUniversity of Cambridge
Comprehensive account of sunspots and starspots for graduate students, astronomers, geophysicists, space physicists and experts in solar and stellar physics.Cambridge Astrophysics, 46
2008 247 x 174 mm 288pp 96 halftones 978-0-521-86003-1 Hardback c. £65.00 Publication October 2008
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A Breviary of Seismic TomographyImaging the Interior of the Earth and SunGuust NoletGeosciences Azur, France
This textbook presents essential features of seismic tomography for both advanced students and research practitioners. It highlights the affinity between applications in helioseismology and solid earth geophysics, and considers observational aspects while also
providing practical recommendations for implementing numerical models. Student exercises, online solutions and other web resources are included.2008 247 x 174 mm 275pp 97 line figures 3 halftones 978-0-521-88244-6 Hardback £32.99 Publication September 2008
Basics of the Solar WindNicole Meyer-Vernet Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS), Paris
Introduction to solar wind for researchers and graduate students in atmospheric physics and astrophysics.Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series
2007 247 x 174 mm 478pp 89 line figures 80 halftones 978-0-521-81420-1 Hardback £70.00
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An Introduction to the Sun and StarsEdited by Simon F. GreenThe Open University, Milton Keynes
and Mark H. JonesThe Open University, Milton Keynes
‘This up-to-the-minute treatment of the universe of stars is the most enjoyable and informative book at this level that I have read. It combines clear physical arguments with excellent illustrations and diagrams, and keen readers can enhance their depth of understanding through the copious worked examples. Spread throughout, the ‘biography boxes’ give a refreshing human perspective to the science. Good for coffee table or lecture course!’Professor Peter Brand, University of Edinburgh
Contents: Introduction; 1. Seeing the Sun; 2. The working Sun; 3. Measuring stars; 4. Comparing stars; 5. The formation of stars; 6. The main sequence life of stars; 7. The life of stars beyond the main sequence; 8. The death of stars; 9. The remnants of stars; Conclusion; Answers and comments; Appendix 1. Useful quantities and units; Appendix 2. Stellar nomenclature; Appendix 3. The 100 closest stars to the Sun; Appendix 4. The 100 brightest stars visible from Earth; Appendix 5. The chemical elements and their abundances; Glossary; Acknowledgements; Index.2004 263 x 210 mm 380pp 20 halftones 225 plates 16 tables 121 exercises 978-0-521-54622-5 Paperback £32.00
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Whistler and Alfvén Mode Cyclotron Masers in SpaceV. Y. TrakhtengertsInstitute of Applied Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences
and M. J. RycroftCranfield University, UK
This is the first book to provide a full, systematic description of the physical theory of whistler and Alfvén cyclotron masers acting in planetary magnetospheres, and the Sun’s outer atmosphere. It is a valuable reference for researchers and graduate students in space science, solar-terrestrial physics, plasma physics, and planetary sciences.Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series
2008 247 x 174 mm 384pp 73 halftones 978-0-521-87198-3 Hardback c. £80.00 Publication November 2008
Planetary Science
The Martian SurfaceComposition, Mineralogy and Physical PropertiesEdited by Jim BellCornell University, New York
•AfreshoverviewofMarssincethe last major study that was published in 1992
•Containsinformationgatheredfrom several Mars missions, including Mars Odyssey, Mars Express, Mars Global Surveyor, Pathfinder, and the Mars Exploration Rovers
•Terminologyisdefinedthroughoutto make the material suitable for novices and researchers just entering the field
Cambridge Planetary Science, 9
2008 276 x 219 mm 652pp 340 line figures 40 halftones 76 plates 978-0-521-86698-9 Hardback £95.00
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Mars: An Introduction to its Interior, Surface and AtmosphereNadine BarlowNorthern Arizona University
Covering our current understanding of Mars’ formation, geology, atmosphere, interior, surface properties, and potential for life, this textbook is essential reading for graduate courses, and an important reference for researchers. This interdisciplinary textbook
encompasses geology, chemistry, atmospheric sciences, geophysics, and astronomy, and any necessary background information is provided.Cambridge Planetary Science, 8
2008 247 x 174 mm 276pp 27 line figures 130 halftones 7 plates 13 tables 978-0-521-85226-5 Hardback £45.00
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The Surface of MarsMichael H. CarrUnited States Geological Survey, Menlo Park
An up-to-date and highly illustrated principal reference for researchers and graduate students in planetary science. Cambridge Planetary Science, 6
2007 276 x 219 mm 322pp 40 line figures 215 halftones 978-0-521-87201-0 Hardback £70.00
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The Geology of MarsEvidence from Earth-Based AnalogsEdited by Mary ChapmanUnited States Geological Survey, Arizona
A reference on the geological evolution of Mars for students and researchers of planetary science.
IAA Basic Science Award 2008 – Winner
Cambridge Planetary Science, 5
2007 247 x 174 mm 474pp 15 line figures 155 halftones 10 plates 978-0-521-83292-2 Hardback £75.00
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Planetary CrustsTheir Composition, Origin and EvolutionS. Ross TaylorAustralian National University, Canberra
and Scott McLennanState University of New York, Stony Brook
•Investigatesthecrustaldevelopment of solid planetary bodies from the perspective of comparative planetology and Solar System evolution
•Writtenbytwooftheworld’sleading authorities on planetary geochemistry
•Criticallyevaluatescurrentissuesof controversy and debate to provide a road-map for future research
Cambridge Planetary Science, 10
2008 247 x 174 mm 224pp 31 halftones 30 tables 978-0-521-84186-3 Hardback c. £70.00 Publication December 2008
Volcanism on IoA Comparison with EarthAshley Gerard DaviesJet Propulsion Laboratory – California Institute of Technology
Reference for graduate students and researchers in planetary sciences, volcanology, remote sensing and geology.Cambridge Planetary Science, 7
2007 247 x 174 mm 376pp 58 line figures 52 halftones 16 plates 978-0-521-85003-2 Hardback £65.00
The International Atlas of Lunar ExplorationPhilip J. StookeUniversity of Western Ontario
A comprehensive, step-by-step history and reference of lunar exploration. 2007 276 x 219 mm 464pp 385 halftones 978-0-521-81930-5 Hardback £95.00
The Evolution of MatterFrom the Big Bang to the Present DayIgor TolstikhinKola Scientific Centre, Russian Academy of Sciences
and Jan KramersUniversität Bern, Switzerland
This book explains how all matter in the Universe developed following the Big Bang and through subsequent stellar processes. With simple equations, helpful tables of data, a glossary of terms and over 900 references, it is a valuable reference for researchers and advanced students of cosmochemistry and geochemistry.2008 247 x 174 mm 532pp 978-0-521-86647-7 Hardback £70.00
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An Introduction to the Solar SystemEdited by Neil McBrideThe Open University, Milton Keynes
and Iain GilmourThe Open University, Milton Keynes
‘As a beginning text at an undergraduate or advanced high school level, it is hard to fault this book and I suspect that it will be widely used in introductory courses.’Professor S. Ross Taylor, The Australian National University
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Contents: Introduction; 1. A tour of the Solar System; 2. The internal structure of the terrestrial planets; 3. Planetary volcanism – Ultima Thule?; 4. Planetary surface processes; 5. Atmospheres of terrestrial planets; 6. The giant planets; 7. Minor bodies of the Solar System; 8. The origin of the Solar System; 9. Meteorites: a record of formation; Answers and comments; Appendix A. Useful planetary data; Appendix B. Selected physical constants and unit conversions; Appendix C. The elements; Glossary; Acknowledgements; Index.2004 263 x 210 mm 418pp 66 halftones 261 plates 38 tables 96 exercises 978-0-521-54620-1 Paperback £32.00
A Catalog of Comets
CometographyA Catalog of CometsVolume 1: Ancient–1799Gary W. Kronk
The first in a set of six volumes that make up the most complete and comprehensive catalog of every comet observed throughout history.
‘... a treasure trove of information and each entry stands on its own.’The Journal of the British Astronomical Association
Cometography
2000 253 x 177 mm 579pp 185 tables 978-0-521-58504-0 Hardback £100.00
CometographyA Catalog of CometsVolume 2: 1800–1899Gary W. Kronk
‘Cometography has been beautifully produced, and it is a thorough, definitive, well referenced, comprehensive, and easily accessible work of scholarship. For historians, scientific or otherwise, this will be a ‘first stop’ for information about ancient comets. Looking into the future, it will be a rare month that I will not refer to it.’David W. Hughes, The Observatory
Cometography
2004 253 x 177 mm 852pp 978-0-521-58505-7 Hardback £130.00
CometographyA Catalog of CometsVolume 3: 1900–1932Gary W. Kronk
‘… sure to become the standard cometary reference source .. Every library with a comet section should
invest in the Cometography series. Congratulations to Gary Kronk on a lifetime of scholarly achievement.’Contemporary Physics
Cometography
2007 253 x 177 mm 666pp 978-0-521-58506-4 Hardback £150.00
CometographyA Catalog of CometsVolume 4: 1933–1959Gary W. Kronk
‘… the most complete and comprehensive collection of comet data available …’Spaceflight
Cometography
2008 253 x 177 mm 608pp 978-0-521-58507-1 Hardback c. £150.00 Publication December 2008
Astrobiology
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Origins of Life in the UniverseRobert JastrowMount Wilson Institute, Pasadena
and Michael RampinoNew York University
What is the origin of the Universe? Are we alone in the Cosmos? Answering some of the most fascinating questions in science, this textbook employs an engaging narrative to tell the story of the Universe, for short introductory science and astrobiology courses.
‘This book is a great introduction to the grand journey of 14 billion years of cosmic evolution from the Big Bang to human evolution! … The text flows smoothly from one topic to another, covering the latest developments in many fields.’Vivien Gornitz, NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies
‘Jastrow and Rampino have written a remarkable text that should be read by all undergraduates who require a science distributive. Their lucid and entertaining presentation takes the reader through a roller coaster ride covering 14 billion years of cosmic and biological evolution.’Edward Berger, Professor of Biological Sciences, Dartmouth College
Contents: Part I. The Universe; Part II. The Solar System; Part III. The Earth; Part IV. Origin and History of Life on the Earth; Part V. Evolution of Intelligent Life.2008 247 x 174 mm 444pp 245 line figures 978-0-521-53283-9 Paperback £24.99 Publication October 2008
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Planets and LifeThe Emerging Science of AstrobiologyEdited by Woodruff T. Sullivan, IIIUniversity of Washington
and John BarossUniversity of Washington
Astrobiology combines the sciences of biology, chemistry, palaeontology, geology, planetary physics and astronomy. This textbook brings together world experts in each of these disciplines to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of the field currently available. Topics cover the origin and evolution of life on Earth, the conditions in which life might arise, the detection of extraterrestrial life, and also ethical, philosophical and educational issues. Written to be accessible to students from diverse backgrounds, this text will be welcomed by advanced undergraduates and graduates who are taking astrobiology courses.
‘The book brings a wealth of thought-provoking insights into how life developed on Earth, the mechanisms of its existence and destruction, and how we might direct our search for life in the future … successfully informs and inspires those students, professionals, and others with a curiosity about life in the Universe.’Astronomy Now
Contents: Part I. History; Part II. The Physical Stage; Part III. The Origin of Life on Earth; Part IV. Life on Earth; Part V. Potentially Habitable Worlds; Part VI. Searching for Extraterrestrial Life; Part VII. Future of the Field.2007 246 x 189 mm 626pp 150 line figures 100 halftones 60 tables 978-0-521-82421-7 Hardback £80.00 978-0-521-53102-3 Paperback £40.00
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Fitness of the Cosmos for LifeBiochemistry and Fine-TuningEdited by John D. BarrowUniversity of Cambridge
Simon Conway MorrisUniversity of Cambridge
Stephen J. FreelandUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore
and Charles L. Harper, JrJohn Templeton Foundation
•Thisunique,thought-provokingand broad-ranging volume questions the philosophy of life and our place in the universe
•Bringstogethermanyfamousauthors from a wide range of relevant disciplines, bridging biology, biochemistry, cosmology and even theology
•Nootherbookaddressestheroleof biochemical pathways in the context of cosmological ‘fine-tuning’
Contents: Part I. The Fitness of ‘Fitness’ – Henderson in Context; Part II. The Fitness of the Cosmic Environment; Part III. The Fitness of the Terrestrial Environment; Part IV. The Fitness of the Chemical Environment.Cambridge Astrobiology, 2
2007 247 x 174 mm 526pp 60 line figures 5 halftones 978-0-521-87102-0 Hardback £65.00
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Planetary Systems and the Origins of LifeEdited by Ralph PudritzMcMaster University, Ontario
Paul HiggsMcMaster University, Ontario
and Jonathon StoneMcMaster University, Ontario
Interdisciplinary overview of astrobiology for students and researchers in astrophysics, planetary science, geosciences, biochemistry, and biology. Cambridge Astrobiology, 3
2007 247 x 174 mm 334pp 23 line figures 61 halftones 978-0-521-87548-6 Hardback £65.00
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An Introduction to AstrobiologyEdited by Iain GilmourThe Open University, Milton Keynes
and Mark A. SephtonThe Open University, Milton Keynes
‘The diverse interdisciplinary threads that make up the fascinating science of astrobiology
are brought together in this outstanding introduction to the science.’Dr Charles Cockell, British Antarctic Survey (Chair, Astrobiology Society of Britain)
‘The authors of this book are to be congratulated on bringing scientific rigour to the concept of ‘astrobiology’ … The text is always clear, there are definitions in the margins; there are many questions and answers (indeed, some of the most interesting discussions are in the ‘answers’ at the back); and all mathematics is confined to separate boxes or exercises. There are plenty of clear and colourful diagrams, and excellent images with preference for the most illuminating rather than the most familiar ones.’Journal of the British Astronomical Association
Contents: 1. Origin of life; 2. A habitable world; 3. Mars; 4. Icy bodies: Europa and elsewhere; 5. Titan; 6. The detection of exoplanets; 7. The nature of exoplanetary systems; 8. How to find life on exoplanets; 9. Extraterrestrial intelligence; Answers and comments; Appendix A. Useful planetary data; Appendix B. Selected physical constants and unit conversions; Glossary; Acknowledgements; Index.2004 263 x 210 mm 364pp 29 halftones 173 plates 46 tables 68 exercises 978-0-521-54621-8 Paperback £32.00
Proceedings of the IAUAstrophysical Masers and their Environments (IAU S242)Edited by Jessica M. ChapmanAustralia Telescope CSIRO, New South Wales
and Willem A. BaanNetherlands Foundation for Research in Astronomy
2008 978-0-521-87464-9 Hardback £65.00
Star-Disk Interaction in Young Stars (IAU S243)Edited by Jerome BouvierUniversité Joseph Fourier, Grenoble
and Immo AppenzellerRuprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Germany
2008 978-0-521-87465-6 Hardback £65.00
Dark Galaxies and Lost Baryons (IAU S244)Edited by Jonathan I. DaviesCardiff University
and Michael J. DisneyCardiff University
2008 978-0-521-87466-3 Hardback £65.00
Formation and Evolution of Galaxy Bulges (IAU S245)Edited by Martin BureauUniversity of Oxford
Evangelina AthanassoulaObservatoire Astronomique de Marseille-Provence
and Beatriz BarbuyUniversidade de São Paulo
2008 978-0-521-87467-0 Hardback £65.00 Publication September 2008
Dynamical Evolution of Dense Stellar Systems (IAU S246)Edited by Enrico VesperiniDrexel University, Philadelphia
Mirek GierszPolish Academy of Sciences
and Alison SillsMcMaster University, Ontario
2008 978-0-521-87468-7 Hardback £65.00
Waves and Oscillations in the Solar Atmosphere (IAU S247)Heating and Magneto-SeismologyEdited by Robert ErdélyiUniversity of Sheffield
and César A. Mendoza-BricenoUniversidad de los Andes, Venezuela
2008 978-0-521-87469-4 Hardback £65.00
A Giant Step: From Milli- to Micro- Arcsecond Astrometry (IAU S248)Edited by Wenjing JinShanghai Astronomical Observatory
Imants PlataisThe Johns Hopkins University
and Michael A. C. PerrymanEuropean Space Agency
2008 978-0-521-87470-0 Hardback £65.00
Exoplanets: Detection, Formation and Dynamics (IAU S249)Edited by Yi-Sui SunNanjing University, China
Sylvio Ferraz-MelloUniversidade de São Paulo
and Ji-Lin ZhouNanjing University, China
2008 978-0-521-87471-7 Hardback £65.00
Massive Stars as Cosmic Engines (IAU S250)Edited by Fabio BresolinInstitute for Astronomy, Hawaii
Paul A. CrowtherUniversity of Sheffield
and Joachim PulsLudwig-Maximilians-Universität Munchen
2008 978-0-521-87472-4 Hardback £65.00
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Organic Matter in Space (IAU S251)Edited by Sun KwokThe University of Hong Kong
Scott A. Sanford978-0-521-88982-7 Hardback £68.00
Art of Modeling Stars in the Twenty-First Century (IAU S252)Edited by Licai DengChinese Academy of Sciences
and Kwing Lam Chan978-0-521-88983-4 Hardback £68.00
Transiting Planets (IAU S253)Edited by Frederic PontObservatoire de Genève
Didier Quelozand Dimitar Sasselov978-0-521-88984-1 Hardback £68.00
The Galaxy Disk in Cosmological Context (IAU S254) Edited by Johannes AndersenNiels Bohr Institutet, Copenhagen
Birgitta Nordstromand Jonathan Bland-Hawthorn978-0-521-88985-8 Hardback £68.00
Low-metallicity Star Formation (IAU S255)From the First Stars to Dwarf Galaxies Edited by Leslie Huntand Suzanne Madden978-0-521-88986-5 Hardback £68.00
The Magellanic System (IAU S256)Stars, Gas, and GalaxiesEdited by Jacobus Th. Van LoonKeele University
978-0-521-88987-2 Hardback £68.00
Universal Heliophysical Processes (IAU S257)Edited by Natchimuthuk GopalswamyNASA-Goddard Space Flight Center
and David F. Webb978-0-521-88988-9 Hardback £68.00
Highlights of AstronomyEdited by Karel van der HuchtNational Institute for Space Research, The Netherlands
2008 978-0-521-89683-2 Hardback £65.00
Proceedings of the XXVI-th General Assembly (IAU XXVIB)IAU Transactions XXVIBEdited by Karel van der Hucht978-0-521-85606-5 Hardback £68.00
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Cambridge Illustrated Dictionary of AstronomyJacqueline Mitton
•Writteninclear,non-technicallanguage, so that no prior specialist knowledge is needed
•Entriesarepackedwithauthoritative information and fully cross-referenced, making it an easy-to-use and compact reference source
•Generouslyillustratedincolour,adding another dimension to the descriptions
‘ This is a … book that I feel should be on the bookshelves of anyone interested in or studying astronomy.’Brian Tmbrell, F.A.S. Newsletter
2007 228 x 152 mm 416pp 270 line figures 30 halftones 20 maps 978-0-521-82364-7 Hardback £18.99
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This unique encyclopedia provides a fascinating and fully comprehensive description of stars and their natures.
‘The structure of the book is cleverly arranged to allow the author to expound a story within each section … [Dr Kaler’s] relaxed conversational style carried the reader along through even difficult concepts … highly recommended to all serious amateur astronomers as an indispensable reference book … I believe that it will become the most widely read of this author’s considerable popular output.’Astronomy & Space
2006 276 x 219 mm 338pp 40 line figures 37 halftones 174 plates 978-0-521-81803-2 Hardback £35.00
Atlas of the Messier ObjectsHighlights of the Deep SkyRonald StoyanInterstellarum magazine
Stefan BinnewiesAmateur astrophotographer
and Susanne FriedrichMax-Planck-Institut für extraterrestrische Physik, Garching, Germany
Translated by Klaus-Peter SchroederUniversidad de Guanajuato, Mexico
•SimplyTHEmostcomprehensiveguide to the Messier Objects ever published
•Combinesdetailedhistorical,astrophysical, statistical and observing information for each object with stunning astrophotos and telescope sketches
•ReproducesthetextofMessier’sfamous catalog, along with biographies of Messier and his contemporaries
•Comparesmodernviewswithhistorical sketches from Lord Rosse, John Herschel and other illustrious figures
Praise for Atlas of the Messier Objects: ‘I received your book and must say that it is absolutely beautiful! You have created an amazing review of the Messier objects. Congratulations on a breathtaking publication!’Phil Harrington, author of Star Ware and Touring the Universe through Binoculars
2008 310 x 245 mm 368pp 200 halftones 180 plates 50 tables 978-0-521-89554-5 Hardback £35.00
Numerical RecipesThe Art of Scientific ComputingThird editionWilliam H. PressUniversity of Texas, Austin
Saul A. TeukolskyCornell University, New York
William T. VetterlingZINK Imaging. LLC
and Brian P. FlanneryExxon Mobil Corporation
The essential text and reference for modern scientific computing now also covers computational geometry, classification and inference, and much more.2007 253 x 177 mm 1256pp 37 tables 978-0-521-88068-8 3rd Edition £45.00
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Numerical Recipes Source Code CD-ROMThe Art of Scientific ComputingWilliam H. PressUniversity of Texas, Austin
Saul A. TeukolskyCornell University, New York
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2007 978-0-521-70685-8 3rd Edition £45.00
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and Brian P. FlanneryExxon Mobil Corporation, New Jersey
2007 978-0-521-88407-5 3rd Edition £80.00
The Cambridge Handbook of Physics FormulasGraham WoanUniversity of Glasgow
‘… all physicists need equations, just like animals need meals. And when the equation hunger arises, and you want to satisfy it quickly, efficiently and satisfactorily, Woan’s book is what is required. The Cambridge Handbook of Physics Formulas is just the ticket for the efficient undergraduate physicist and engineer.’ David Hughes, Times Higher Education Supplement
2000 247 x 174 mm 228pp 95 line figures 20 halfftones 978-0-521-57507-2 Paperback £24.99
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