Gravity's Fatal Attraction

Black Holes in the Universe

By Mitchell Begelman,Martin Rees | Publisher: Cambridge University Press

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Blending descriptive theoretical arguments with the latest observational results, Begelman and Rees present the evidence for black holes and their role in the Universe. This lavishly illustrated book is suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, and will also fascinate amateur astronomers and all readers interested in astronomy and physics.

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ISBN 9781108819053

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Blending descriptive theoretical arguments with the latest observational results, Begelman and Rees present the evidence for black holes and their role in the Universe. This lavishly illustrated book is suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, and will also fascinate amateur astronomers and all readers interested in astronomy and physics.

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What is Gravity's Fatal Attraction about?

Blending descriptive theoretical arguments with the latest observational results, Begelman and Rees present the evidence for black holes and their role in the Universe. This lavishly illustrated book is suitable for introductory undergraduate courses, and will also fascinate amateur astronomers and all readers interested in astronomy and physics.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Gravity's Fatal Attraction?

Mathematics and Science > Physics > Applied physics > Astrophysics

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You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781108819053

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Gravity's Fatal Attraction?

Mitchell Begelman,Martin Rees

Who is the Publisher of the book Gravity's Fatal Attraction?

Cambridge University Press

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Gravity's Fatal Attraction is available as paperback(ISBN 9781108819053)