THE UNIVERSE AND BEYOND

From the frigid plains of Mars to the blast of x-rays emerging from the maw of a black hole, the universe is a realm of fire and ice, violence and tranquillity, absolute desolation and overwhelming beauty. The Universe and Beyond takes readers on a realistic and fact-filled journey from Earth to the remotest boundaries of the universe. Renowned for his skill at simplifying the most difficult concepts in astronomy, Terence Dickinson is an ideal tour guide for anyone who wants a comprehensive yet readable introduction to contemporary astronomy.