The Search For Life In The Universe
Author | : Donald A. Goldsmith |
Publisher | : Sterling Publishing Company |
Total Pages | : 622 |
Release | : 2001-10-25 |
ISBN-10 | : 1891389165 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781891389160 |
Rating | : 4/5 (160 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Search For Life In The Universe written by Donald A. Goldsmith and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 2001-10-25 with total page 622 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authors present the most important facts about astronomy from a uniquely engaging viewpoint: how can we find other advanced civilizations? To address the question, Goldsmith and Owen provide a fascinating description of the history and structure of the universe, and then consider current ideas about the origin and cosmic distribution of life. Their book is an up-to-the-minute account of our understanding of the universe, of the likelihood of life throughout the cosmos, and of the ways in which advanced civilizations can make contact. World-renowned authority on extraterrestrial life Donald Goldsmith gives the reader a solid introduction to the subject, and the revision includes new information from all areas of current astronomical research. No science background is required, and the mathematics level is high- school algebra.