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Michael Benson tells the thrilling story of the discovery and description of the universe in a new way. Selecting artful and profound illustrations and maps, many hidden away in the worlds great science libraries and virtually unknown today, he chronicles more than 1,000 years of humanitys everexpanding understanding of the size and shape of space itself. He shows how the invention of the telescope inspired visions of unimaginably distant places and explains why today we turn to supercomputer simulations to reveal deeper truths about spacetime.Cosmigraphics explores the visual side of our greatest imaginative achievement as a species: the unveiling of a vast universe that is largely invisible to our senses. It will be a revelation to spacestruck Earthlings, art lovers, and readers interested in the history of science, the visualization of information, graphic design, and mapping.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Cosmigraphics: Picturing Space Through Time'? A: 'Cosmigraphics' explores the visual history of humanity's understanding of the universe, using illustrations and maps to chronicle over 1,000 years of discoveries in space.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Cosmigraphics' is Michael Benson, who is known for his work in visualizing space and its representations.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Cosmigraphics: Picturing Space Through Time' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Cosmigraphics'? A: The book contains 320 pages, making it a comprehensive resource on the visual representation of space.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Cosmigraphics'? A: 'Cosmigraphics' was published on October 14, 2014.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the book's illustrations? A: While the book does not specify materials, it features artful and profound illustrations sourced from significant science libraries.
- Q: In what category is 'Cosmigraphics' classified? A: 'Cosmigraphics: Picturing Space Through Time' falls under the category of Illustration.
- Q: What condition is 'Cosmigraphics' in if purchased used? A: If purchased used, 'Cosmigraphics' is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Cosmigraphics' is available in its first edition.
- Q: What topics does 'Cosmigraphics' cover besides space exploration? A: In addition to space exploration, the book discusses graphic design, information visualization, and the history of science.