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Galaxy Formation

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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Delineating the huge strides taken in cosmology in the past ten years, this much-anticipated second edition of Malcolm Longair's highly appreciated textbook has been extensively and thoroughly updated. It tells the story of modern astrophysical cosmology from the perspective of one of its most important and fundamental problems – how did the galaxies come about? Longair uses this approach to introduce the whole of what may be called "classical cosmology". What’s more, he describes how the study of the origin of galaxies and larger-scale structures in the Universe has provided us with direct information about the physics of the very early Universe.

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Springer Nature

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3662658917

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9783662658918

High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 2, Stars, the Galaxy and the Interstellar Medium

By: M. S. Longair,Malcolm S. Longair

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High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 2, Stars, the Galaxy and the Interstellar Medium

By: M. S. Longair,Malcolm S. Longair

What role does viscosity play in accretion discs? How do you calculate the 'glitch function' of a pulsar? And can strong shocks account for the energy spectrum of electrons in our Galaxy? These are just some of the exciting questions that Professor Longair uses to develop the physics needed by the astronomer and high energy astrophysicist. The highly acclaimed first edition of High Energy Astrophysics instantly established itself as a classic in the teaching of contemporary astronomy. Reflecting the immense interest and developments in the subject, Professor Longair has developed the second edition into three texts; in this second volume he provides a comprehensive discussion of the high energy astrophysics of stars, the Galaxy and the interstellar medium. He develops an understanding for the essential physics with an elegance and infectious enthusiasm for which his teaching is internationally renowned, illustrating the issues throughout with results from forefront research. This book takes the student with a knowledge of physics and mathematics at the undergraduate level - but not necessarily with training in astronomy - to the point where current astronomical research can be understood.

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Cambridge University Press

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0521435846

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9780521435840

The Cosmic Century

A History of Astrophysics and Cosmology

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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The Cosmic Century

A History of Astrophysics and Cosmology

By: Malcolm S. Longair

The twentieth century witnessed the development of astrophysics and cosmology from subjects which scarcely existed to two of the most exciting and demanding areas of contemporary scientific inquiry. In this book Malcolm Longair reviews the historical development of the key areas of modern astrophysics, linking the strands together to show how they have led to the extraordinarily rich panorama of modern astrophysics and cosmology. While many of the great discoveries were derived from pioneering observations, the emphasis is upon the development of theoretical concepts and how they came to be accepted. These advances have led astrophysicists and cosmologists to ask some of the deepest questions about the nature of our Universe and have pushed astronomical observations to the very limit. This is a fantastic story, and one which would have defied the imaginations of even the greatest storytellers.

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453

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Cambridge University Press

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1316224260

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9781316224267

Our Evolving Universe

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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Our Evolving Universe

By: Malcolm S. Longair

An inspiring and highly illustrated introduction to current astronomy and cosmology for the general reader or student.

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204

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CUP Archive

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0521550912

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9780521550918

High Energy Astrophysics

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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High Energy Astrophysics

By: Malcolm S. Longair

Providing students with an in-depth account of the astrophysics of high energy phenomena in the Universe, the third edition of this well-established textbook is ideal for advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate courses in high energy astrophysics. Building on the concepts and techniques taught in standard undergraduate courses, this textbook provides the astronomical and astrophysical background for students to explore more advanced topics. Special emphasis is given to the underlying physical principles of high energy astrophysics, helping students understand the essential physics. The third edition has been completely rewritten, consolidating the previous editions into one volume. It covers the most recent discoveries in areas such as gamma-ray bursts, ultra-high energy cosmic rays and ultra-high energy gamma rays. The topics have been rearranged and streamlined to make them more applicable to a wide range of different astrophysical problems.

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Cambridge University Press

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1139494546

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High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 1, Particles, Photons and Their Detection

By: M. S. Longair,Malcolm S. Longair

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High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 1, Particles, Photons and Their Detection

By: M. S. Longair,Malcolm S. Longair

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Cambridge University Press

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0521387736

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9780521387736

Theoretical Concepts in Physics

An Alternative View of Theoretical Reasoning in Physics

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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Theoretical Concepts in Physics

An Alternative View of Theoretical Reasoning in Physics

By: Malcolm S. Longair

In this original and integrated approach to theoretical reasoning in physics, Malcolm Longair illuminates the subject from the perspective of real physics as practised by research scientists. Concentrating on the basic insights, attitudes and techniques that are the tools of the modern physicist, this approach conveys the intellectual excitement and beauty of the subject. Through a series of seven case studies, an undergraduate course in classical physics and the discovery of quanta are reviewed from the point of the view of how the great discoveries and changes of perspective came about. This approach illuminates the intellectual struggles needed to attain understanding of some of the most difficult concepts in physics. Longair's highly acclaimed text has been fully revised and includes new studies on the physics of fluids, Maxwell's great paper on equations for the electromagnetic field and problems of contemporary cosmology and the very early universe.

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639

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Cambridge University Press

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1108683258

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9781108683258

High Energy Astrophysics

By: Malcolm S. Longair

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Book's by Malcolm S. Longair

Galaxy Formation

Galaxy Formation

High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 2, Stars, the Galaxy and the Interstellar Medium

High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 2, Stars, the Galaxy and the Interstellar Medium

The Cosmic Century

The Cosmic Century

Our Evolving Universe

Our Evolving Universe

High Energy Astrophysics

High Energy Astrophysics

High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 1, Particles, Photons and Their Detection

High Energy Astrophysics: Volume 1, Particles, Photons and Their Detection

Theoretical Concepts in Physics

Theoretical Concepts in Physics

High Energy Astrophysics

High Energy Astrophysics

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