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An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker




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An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker

An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker  An Acre of Glass: A History and Forecast of the Telescope 2005 by J. B. Zirker

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Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press; 1st ed.2005
ISBN-10: 0801882346
ISBN-13: 978-0801882340
Hardcover: 368 pages; Approx Size: 6 x 9 inches

Author: J. B. Zirker, former director of the National Solar Observatory, is the author of Sunquakes: Probing the Interior of the Sun (Johns Hopkins); Journey from the Center of the Sun; and Total Eclipses of the Sun.

Provides an accessible yet detailed story of how telescopes are made, the science behind their function, and their promise for future astronomical discoveries. Ever since Galileo glimpsed the moons of Jupiter through his tiny telescope, astronomers have striven to understand how the universe is constructed and how it evolves. Every increase in the size and power of telescopes has led to new discoveries. Within the last century, telescopes have enabled us to learn about pulsars, quasars, gamma-ray bursters, black holes, and the acceleration of the universe's expansion.

Beautiful book that looks in unread condition. Spotless interior. Beautiful designed Jacket in fine condition with only very slight handling wear if any.

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