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Atlas of the Universe

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Name : Atlas of the Universe

Description : When I wrote the first edition of The Atlas (pf the Univervm, in 1970, the great astronomical revolution was just beginning. Electronic devices had started to take over from photographic plates, and computers had become a real force even though they were very crude compared with those of today. Space research was in full swing: men had already landed on the Moon, probes had been sent out to the nearer planets, and the first astronomical observatories were in orbit round the Earth.

Since then a great deal has happened. Great new telescopes have been built, allowing us to explore the far reaches of the universe; new theories have forced us to change or even abandon many of the older ideas, even if we have yet to solve fundamental problems such as that of the origin ofthe universe itself.

The progress of space research has been less smooth. There have been spectacular triumphs, but also some serious setbacks. However. there is one very encouraging note; all nations are working together in space, and the International Space Station now orbiting the Earth really is completely international.

Undoubtedly there will be further problems during the next few decades, but all in all the outlook remains bright. There are still people who question the value of the space programmes, but the cost of a planetary probe does not seem excessive when compared with that of, say, a nuclear submarine, and there are many benefits to mankind: for example, medical research is now closely linked with astronautics.

There is a major difference between this Atlas and others. We are used to the superb, highly coloured images produced by the world’s greatest telescopes, but in general the colours are added to help in scientific analysis. Obviously I have included some of these false colour pictures here, but I have concentrated upon things which can actually be seen by an observer who is adequately equipped. This is not always possible, but I have kept to my rule as far as I can.

Since the previous edition, in 2003, much has happened, and for this latest edition l have made further amendments; I hope we are now up to date to May 2005.

PATRICK MOORE

Type : Book

Size : 50.8 MB

Added : 2011-11-13
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