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Cosmic Discovery: The Search, Scope And Heritage Of Astronomy
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In The Remarkable Opening Section Of This Book, A Wellknown Cornell Astronomer Gives Precise Thumbnail Histories Of The 43 Basic Cosmic Discoveries Stars, Planets, Novae, Pulsars, Comets, Gammaray Bursts, And The Like That Form The Core Of Our Knowledge Of The Universe. Many Of Them, He Points Out, Were Made Accidentally And Outside The Mainstream Of Astronomical Research And Funding. This Observation Leads Him To Speculate On How Many More Major Phenomena There Might Be And How They Might Be Most Effectively Sought Out In Afield Now Dominated By Large Instruments And Complex Investigative Modes And Observational Conditions.The Book Also Examines Discovery In Terms Of Its Political, Financial, And Sociological Context The Role Of New Technologies And Of Industry And The Military In Revealing New Knowledge; And Methods Of Funding, Of Peer Review, And Of Allotting Time On Our Largest Telescopes. It Concludes With Specific Recommendations For Organizing Astronomy In Ways That Will Best Lead To The Discovery Of The Many At Least Sixty Phenomena That Harwit Estimates Are Still Waiting To Be Found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Cosmic Discovery'? A: 'Cosmic Discovery' primarily focuses on the history and context of significant astronomical discoveries, exploring 43 key cosmic phenomena that contribute to our understanding of the universe.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Cosmic Discovery' is Martin Harwit, a well-known astronomer affiliated with Cornell University.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Cosmic Discovery' was published on April 24, 1984.
- Q: How many pages does 'Cosmic Discovery' have? A: The book contains a total of 346 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Cosmic Discovery' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Good' condition.
- Q: What subjects does the book cover in relation to astronomy? A: The book covers various subjects including discoveries of stars, planets, novae, pulsars, and more, while also examining the political, financial, and sociological contexts of these discoveries.
- Q: Does the book include recommendations for future astronomical discoveries? A: Yes, 'Cosmic Discovery' concludes with specific recommendations for organizing astronomical efforts to enhance the discovery of new cosmic phenomena.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: 'Cosmic Discovery' is a reprint edition.
- Q: What themes are explored regarding the process of discovery in astronomy? A: The book explores themes such as the impact of new technologies, funding methods, peer review processes, and the influence of industry and military on astronomical discoveries.