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Published by Bodley Head, The, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Book
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Bodley Head, The, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Green Street Books, San Jose, CA, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. .
Published by -, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Coming of Age in the Milky Way This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.
Published by - -, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping.
Published by Penguin Random House, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
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Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Published by Penguin Random House, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Book
Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Published by Penguin Random House, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Book
Condition: Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Published by The Bodley Head Ltd, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Cambridge Rare Books, Cambridge, GLOUC, United Kingdom
Book
Hardcover. Condition: GOOD. 1989-05-04. The Bodley Head Ltd. First Edition. Hardcover. Book: GOOD. 496pp. .
Published by the Bodley Head, London, 1992
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Syber's Books, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Various (illustrator). Reprint. 900 g;; 496 pages, includes glossary, a brief history, chapter notes, bibliography, index, photographs, diagrams, charts, and illustrations. From Aristotle's crystalline celestial spheres to the latest quantum theories of the evolution of the universe, humankind has sought to comprehend the enormities of cosmic space and time. Coming of Age in the Milky Way, the long-awaited new book by award-winning science writer Timothy Ferris, is the story of that quest. Its eloquent, evocative narrative stretches from late prehistoric times when, writes Ferris, "the skies of our ancestors hung low overhead" down through Copernicus and Newton and Einstein to today's "supersymmetry" theories of spacetime. It interweaves majestic themes of astronomy, physics, religion, and philosophy with fresh and lasting portraits of the men and women who created what has been called our society's most priceless treasure its conception of the universe at large." Minor handling marks and rubbing at the corners of the paperback binding. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Please refer to accompanying picture (s). Illustrator: Various. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science & Technology; ISBN: 0370313321. ISBN/EAN: 9780370313320. Inventory No: 0230033.
Published by The Bodley Head Ltd, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Book Haven, Wellington, WLG, New Zealand
Book
Hardback. Condition: Fair. From the second-century celestial models of Ptolemy to modern-day research institutes and quantum theory, this classic book offers a breathtaking tour of astronomy and the brilliant, eccentric personalities who have shaped it. From the first time mankind had an inkling of the vast space that surrounds us, those who study the universe have had to struggle against political and religious preconceptions. They have included some of the most charismatic, courageous, and idiosyncratic thinkers of all time. In Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Timothy Ferris uses his unique blend of rigorous research and captivating narrative skill to draw us into the lives and minds of these extraordinary figures, creating a landmark work of scientific history. Heavy;dj. 496 pages.
Published by Bodley Head 1989, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Dial-A-Book, NARRABEEN, NSW, Australia
Book
8vo hardcover 496pp index, b/w illus. very good / very good d/w. Popular science with witty anecdotes that lighten the intellectual load, integtrated with scientific ideas, and philosophical and religious contexts. From Aristotle to the Big Bang, from the music of the spheres to the unimaginable ancient light of a quasar, this is the story of man's long search for an understanding of cosmic space and time. He relates Kepler struggling to define the orbit of Mars, Galileo locked under house arrest for offending the Church, William Herschel plumbing deep in space in his study of galaxies, Murray Gell-Mann plotting the particles inside protons and neutrons. Written by a professional astronomer, he aims to be accessible to the general reader. He has also written "The Red Limit" and has received a number of awards for his work and teaches science writing and astronomy at the Univesity of Californai, Verkeley.
Published by Unknown, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Book
HARDCOVER. Bodley Head, 1989. First UK edition. A near fine copy in a very good, unclipped d/w.
Published by The Bodley Head, London, 1989
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Goldring Books, Eastbourne, United Kingdom
Book First Edition
Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First UK edition, first published in USA in 1988. A very clean and unmarked copy VG+ with complete dustjacket VG+. An excellent and very readable work that outlines the story of man's interest in the cosmos, from Aristotle to the Big Bang, the Sumerian Magus atop his Ziggurat to a modern astronomer at his radio telescope, Kepler struggling for years to define the orbit of Mars, Galileo's house arrest for his theories, Herschel plumbing deep space in his studies of galaxies and much more. Illustrated throughout with a glossary, A Brief History of the Universe, Comprehensive Bibliography, notes and index. PLEASE NOTE: A HEAVY VOLUME OF 0.998 KILO UNPACKED WEIGHT WHICH MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL SHIPPING COST A1B Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
Published by The Bodley Head Ltd, London, 1988
ISBN 10: 0370313321ISBN 13: 9780370313320
Seller: Great Southern Books, King River, WA, Australia
Book First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. This is the first UK edition. Size: Octavo 8vo (standard book size). 495 pages. Text body is clean, and free from previous owner annotation, underlining and highlighting. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. No foxing in this copy. Dust Jacket is in as new condition, apart from normal shop shelf wear - contains no tears or chips or other damage. Dust Jacket un-clipped. All edges clean, neat and free of foxing. This book is currently IN STOCK and would be shipped directly from our Australian address. From the second-century celestial models of Ptolemy to modern-day research institutes and quantum theory, this classic book offers a breathtaking tour of astronomy and the brilliant, eccentric personalities who have shaped it. From the first time mankind had an inkling of the vast space that surrounds us, those who study the universe have had to struggle against political and religious preconceptions. They have included some of the most charismatic, courageous, and idiosyncratic thinkers of all time. In Coming of Age in the Milky Way, Timothy Ferris uses his unique blend of rigorous research and captivating narrative skill to draw us into the lives and minds of these extraordinary figures, creating a landmark work of scientific history. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science & Technology; ISBN: 0370313321. ISBN/EAN: 9780370313320. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 3456. This book weighs over one kilogram, and may involve extra shipping charges if posted to some countries.