Universe

Exploring the Astronomical World
Erscheinungsjahr 2019
ISBN: 978-1-83866-015-4
Verlag: Phaidon Press

Buch, Englisch, 352 Seiten, Format (B × H): 220 mm x 254 mm, Gewicht: 1676 g

A gorgeous exploration of the ways in which humans have documented the beauty of the cosmos – in a new compact editionUniverse
is a groundbreaking survey that celebrates the popular subject of astronomy through 300 images created by those who have tried to understand – or who have been inspired by – the beauty and mystery of stars, planets, and beyond. Carefully chosen by an international panel of experts and arranged to highlight thought-provoking contrasts and similarities, the selection includes paintings, photographs, sculpture, animation, prints, sketches, and digital renderings with iconic works by renowned photographers, artists, and astronomers alongside previously unpublished finds.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Phaidon Editors, Phaidon

Malin, David

Murdin, Paul

Clarke, Victoria

Weitere Mitwirkende

Malin, David

Murdin, Paul

Über Autor(innen)

Paul Murdin
has worked as an astronomer in the USA, Australia, England, Scotland, and Spain. Previously a research scientist and a science administrator for the UK Government and the Royal Astronomical Society, he now works at the Institute of Astronomy at the University of Cambridge, England, and is visiting professor at John Moores University, Liverpool.