The Physical Universe: An Introduction to Astronomy
- ISBN-10
- 0935702059
- ISBN-13
- 9780935702057
- Series
- The Physical Universe
- Category
- Science
- Pages
- 584
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1982
- Publisher
- University Science Books
- Author
- Frank Shu
Description
"This is a truly astonishing book, invaluable for anyone with an interest in astronomy." Physics Bulletin "Just the thing for a first year university science course." Nature "This is a beautiful book in both concept and execution." Sky & Telescope
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