Astronomically Speaking

A Dictionary of Quotations on Astronomy, Mathematics and Physics

Carl C. Gaither, Alma E. Cavazos-Gaither

546 pages, parution le 28/08/2003

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Résumé

Astronomically Speaking: A Dictionary of Quotations on Astronomy, Mathematics and Physics is the largest compilation of astronomy quotations published to date: it contains around 1550 quotations. There are many books of quotations, some of which have small sections about astronomy and astronomy-related topics but Astronomically Speaking is devoted to the topic of astronomy and closely related areas of mathematics and physics.

To understand the history, accomplishments and failures, and the meanings of astronomy requires a knowledge of what has been said by the authoritative and the not-so-authoritative philosophers, novelists, playwrights, poets, scientists and laymen about astronomy. Nowdays it is virtually impossible to keep abreast of the literature outside of one's own particular specialization. With this in mind, Astronomically Speaking assumes a particularly important role as a guide to what has been said in the past through to the present about astronomy. Astronomically Speaking is designed as an aid for the general reader who has an interest in astronomical topics as well as for the experienced scientist.

The general reader with no knowledge of astronomy can form a pretty accurate picture of what astronomy is. Students can use the book to increase their understanding of the complexity and richness that exists in scientific disciplines. Finally, the experienced scientist will find Astronomically Speaking useful as a source of quotes for use in the classroom, in papers and in presentations. A quick glance through the table of contents will show the variety of topics discussed. Readers can access the wit and wisdom that exists easily and quickly using the comprehensive indexes.

Preface
Abstraction
Accuracy
Addition
Age
Algebra
Alien ...

L'auteur - Carl C. Gaither

Carl C. Gaither was born on 3 June 1944 in San Antonio, Texas. He has conducted research work for the Texas Department of Corrections and for the Louisiana Department of Corrections. Additionally he has worked as an Operations Research Analyst for the past ten years.

L'auteur - Alma E. Cavazos-Gaither

Alma E. Cavazos-Gaither was born on 6 January 1955 in San Juan, Texas. She has previously worked in quality control, material control, and as a bilingual data collector. She received her associate degree (Telecommunications) from Central Texas College and is presently attending Central Texas College and working towards a major in Business Management with a minor in Spanish.

Caractéristiques techniques

	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Institute of Physics (IOP)
Auteur(s)	Carl C. Gaither, Alma E. Cavazos-Gaither
Parution	28/08/2003
Nb. de pages	546
Format	15,5 x 23,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	980g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780750308687