Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #3173520 in Books
- Published on: 2003-01-09
- Original language:
English
- Binding: Hardcover
- 256 pages
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Synopsis
Devised as a quick and convenient reference for the general reader, this is Patrick Moore's A-to-Z of astronomical words, terms and ideas. Definitions are given in Patrick Moore's uncomplicated way, so that even the most difficult concepts become transparently easy to understand. Line diagrams are provided where necessary to illustrate meaning, and entries vary considerably in length according to need. The 2,500 or so entries cover all but the most arcane words - this is a book for the general reader rather than the professional scientist.
