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On the shoulders of giants : the great works of physics and astronomy / edited, with commentary, by Stephen Hawking.
The world-renowned physicist presents a revolutionary look at the momentous discoveries that changed the perception of the world with this first-ever compilation of seven classic works on physics and astronomy. Features landmark writings by some of the world's great thinkers, including Copernicus, Newton, and Kepler. Illustrations.
Record details
- ISBN: 0762413484
- ISBN: 9780762413485
- ISBN: 076241698X (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9780762416981 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: xiii, 1264 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
- Publisher: Philadelphia : Running Press, c2002.
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543): His life and work; On the revolution of heavenly spheres -- Galileo Galilei (1564-1642): His life and work; Dialogues concerning two sciences -- Johannes Kepler (1571-1630): His life and work; Harmony of the world, Book 5 -- Sir Isaac Newton (1643-1727): His life and work; Principia --- Albert Einstein (1879-1955): His life and work; Selections from The principle of relativity.
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- Subject:
- Physics.
Astronomy.
Sterrenkunde.
Natuurkunde.
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Northwest Indian College.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lummi Library | QC 6.2 .O5 | 271958 | Stacks | Available | - |
Electronic resources
- Version of Resource: http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/fy036/2002100441.html
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- Related Resource: http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0832/2002100441-d.html
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Summary:
The world-renowned physicist presents a revolutionary look at the momentous discoveries that changed the perception of the world with this first-ever compilation of seven classic works on physics and astronomy. Features landmark writings by some of the world's great thinkers, including Copernicus, Newton, and Kepler. Illustrations.