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OverviewThe scientists seeking to unravel the mysteries of the universe are among the most imaginative and provocative explorers of our time. Like the geographic explorers of earlier centuries, they venture into uncharted spaces, come upon new worlds, expand the knowable, and challenge thinking about the place of humans in all things. Collected here are the most exciting moments of recent astronomical explorations, presented by the award-winning science reporters of The New York Times. Recent leaps in technology have allowed astronomers to peer deeply into the universe and to bring into focus fascinating and unsuspected phenomena. Cosmic Dispatches conveys in thrilling detail the meaning and significance of what scientists have been learning about our universe. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John Noble WilfordPublisher: WW Norton & Co Imprint: WW Norton & Co Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 23.60cm Weight: 0.598kg ISBN: 9780393322774ISBN 10: 0393322777 Pages: 346 Publication Date: 13 March 2002 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationJohn Noble Wilford, winner of two Pulitzer Prizes, has reported on science for The New York Times since 1965. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |