Cosmology and the Evolution of the Universe provides readers with an up-to-date survey of the current scientific understanding of how the universe has evolved in the almost 14 billion years since the Big Bang. Scientifically sound and written with the student in mind, it is an excellent first step for students researching the science of cosmology and a resource for all who wish to know more about the evolution of the universe.

Cosmology and the Evolution of the Universe discusses all areas of what is known about the subject. Topics include: the large-scale...

This volume in the Greenwood Guides to the Universe series provides the most up-to-date understanding available of the current knowledge about stars. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, "Stars" is an excellent first step for young people researching the exciting scientific discoveries that continue to extend our knowledge of the universe. "Stars" is organized thematically to help students better understand these most interesting heavenly bodies.

"Stars" discusses all areas of what is known about the subject. It will help student understand things such as white...