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In Masks of the Universe, Edward Harrison brings together fundamental scientific, philosophical and religious issues in cosmology and raises thought provoking questions. Philosophical issues dominated cosmology in the ancient world. Theological issues ranked foremost in the Middle Ages; astronomy and the physical sciences have taken over in more recent times. Yet every attempt to grasp the true nature of the universe creates a new 'mask,' People have always pitied the universes of their ancestors, believing that their generation has at last discovered the 'real' universe. Do we now stand at the threshold of knowing everything, or have we created yet another 'mask,' doomed to fade like those preceding ours? Edward Harrison is Adjunct Professor of Astronomy, Steward Observatory, University of Arizona, and Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy, University of Massachusetts, Amherst. He worked as a scientist for the Atomic Energy Research Establishment and the Rutherford High Energy Laboratory in England until 1966 when he became a Five College professor at the University of Massachusetts and taught at Amherst, Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith College. He is the author of numerous books, including Cosmology: the Science of the Universe (Cambridge, 2001)
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Masks of the Universe'? A: 'Masks of the Universe' explores the changing ideas on the nature of the cosmos, focusing on scientific, philosophical, and religious issues in cosmology.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Masks of the Universe' is Edward Harrison, who is an Adjunct Professor of Astronomy at the University of Arizona and Emeritus Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Massachusetts.
- Q: When was 'Masks of the Universe' published? A: 'Masks of the Universe' was published on June 2, 2003.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'Masks of the Universe' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Masks of the Universe' have? A: 'Masks of the Universe' has a total of 342 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Masks of the Universe' is listed as a new book.
- Q: What subjects does 'Masks of the Universe' cover? A: The book covers subjects related to astronomy, cosmology, and the philosophical implications of our understanding of the universe.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in astronomy? A: 'Masks of the Universe' addresses complex ideas in cosmology and may be more suitable for readers with some background knowledge in astronomy or philosophy.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or diagrams? A: The book primarily focuses on text and may not include many illustrations or diagrams; it emphasizes philosophical discussions on cosmology.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Masks of the Universe'? A: The title refers to the concept that each generation's understanding of the universe is like a 'mask' that may obscure the true nature of reality, as ideas evolve over time.