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The Vindication of the Big Bang: Breakthroughs and Barriers Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993 Edition
Author(s): Barry R. PARKER (Author)
- Publisher: Springer
- Publication Date: January 1, 1993
- Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
- Language: English
- Print length: 360 pages
- ISBN-10: 0306444690
- ISBN-13: 9780306444692
Book Description
Written for the layperson, this readable account of the big bang theory explains complex topics of astrophysics and cosmology in plain terms without mathematics. The author discusses the discovery of the expansion of the universe, successes of the big bang model, discovery of cosmic background radiation, singularities, the redshift controversy, and plasma cosmology. Black and white photos included. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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From the Back Cover
Is the Big Bang Theory more viable today than it was at its inception 70 years ago? The prolific and ever-curious author, Barry Parker, confronts the most controversial and significant debate of modern cosmology. Big Bang bashing has been indulged in since the birth of this magnificent theory. But is it justified? In an impartial and balanced presentation, Parker introduces the distinctive personalities responsible for the breakthroughs and advances in this burgeoning field.