Stars: A Very Short Introduction

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Andrew King (Head of Theoretical Astrophysics, Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Leicester)

Stars

A Very Short Introduction

Andrew King (Head of Theoretical Astrophysics, Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of Leicester)

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Oxford University Press
26 September 2012

Mathematics & Sciences; Astronomy, space & time; Galaxies & stars; Astrophysics

Series: Very Short Introductions

Every atom of our bodies has been part of a star. Our very own star, the Sun, is crucial to the development and sustainability of life on Earth. This Very Short Introduction presents a modern, authoritative examination of how stars live, producing all the chemical elements beyond helium, and how they die, sometimes spectacularly, to end as remnants such as black holes.

Andrew King shows how understanding the stars is key to understanding the galaxies they inhabit, and thus the history of our entire Universe, as well as the existence of planets like our own. King presents a fascinating exploration of the science of stars, from the mechanisms that allow stars to form and the processes that allow them to shine, as well as the results of their inevitable death.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

By: Andrew King (Head of Theoretical Astrophysics Department of Physics & Astronomy University of Leicester)
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 173mm, Width: 116mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 126g
ISBN: 9780199602926
ISBN 10: 0199602921
Series: Very Short Introductions
Pages: 136
Publication Date: 26 September 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface 1: Science and the stars 2: How the Sun survives 3: Life on main street 4: Cooking the elements 5: Stellar corpses 6: Finding the bodies 7: Measuring the universe 8: The beginning Further reading

Reviews for Stars: A Very Short Introduction

Part of the extensive Very Short Introduction series, this volume by Andrew King provides an engaging overview of the science of stars. This pocket-sized book is an enjoyable read. Dawn E. Leslie, Contemporary Physics