The Facts on File dictionary of astronomy
Written for general readers with some interest in the field or with a specific question about a term or aspect of astronomy, this collection of over 3,700 cross-referenced entries includes a variety of features, terms, people and places. The definitions and descriptions are concise and remarkably accessible, especially considering the complexity of subject, and the line drawings are clear and easy to understand. This edition includes a pronunciation guide and over 200 new entries, joining such topics as dark energy, the early universe, imaging, orbital resonance, rampart crater and thermal field theory. It also contains a number of useful tables on sky features and famous people associated with astronomy. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Print Book, English, ©2006
5th ed.
Facts on File, New York, NY, ©2006