Download or read book The Astronomer the Witch written by Ulinka Rublack and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2015 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Astronomer and the Witch, Ulinka Rublack pieces together the tale of this extraordinary episode in Kepler's life, one that takes us to the heart of his changing world.

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Download or read book Waxing and Waning a Memoir of an Amateur Astronomer written by James Hannon and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-06-23 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The true story of my life as an amateur astronomer. I tell of all the start and stops in the hobby as I past through different stages of my life, always returning to astronomy. The love of the night sky has remained with me ever since I discovered the stars at the age of five.

Download or read book Cosmic Queries written by Neil deGrasse Tyson and published by Disney Electronic Content. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this thought-provoking follow-up to his acclaimed StarTalk book, uber astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's most important philosophical questions about the universe with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. For science geeks, space and physics nerds, and all who want to understand their place in the universe, this enlightening new book from Neil deGrasse Tyson offers a unique take on the mysteries and curiosities of the cosmos, building on rich material from his beloved StarTalk podcast. In these illuminating pages, illustrated with dazzling photos and revealing graphics, Tyson and co-author James Trefil, a renowned physicist and science popularizer, take on the big questions that humanity has been posing for millennia--How did life begin? What is our place in the universe? Are we alone?--and provide answers based on the most current data, observations, and theories. Populated with paradigm-shifting discoveries that help explain the building blocks of astrophysics, this relatable and entertaining book will engage and inspire readers of all ages, bring sophisticated concepts within reach, and offer a window into the complexities of the cosmos. or all who loved National Geographic's StarTalk with Neil deGrasse Tyson, Cosmos: Possible Worlds, and Space Atlas, this new book will take them on more journeys into the wonders of the universe and beyond.

Download or read book Motherhood the Elephant in the Laboratory written by Emily Monosson and published by ILR Press. This book was released on 2011-08-15 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About half of the undergraduate and roughly 40 percent of graduate degree recipients in science and engineering are women. As increasing numbers of these women pursue research careers in science, many who choose to have children discover the unique difficulties of balancing a professional life in these highly competitive (and often male-dominated) fields with the demands of motherhood. Although this issue directly affects the career advancement of women scientists, it is rarely discussed as a professional concern, leaving individuals to face the dilemma on their own. To address this obvious but unacknowledged crisis—the elephant in the laboratory, according to one scientist—Emily Monosson, an independent toxicologist, has brought together 34 women scientists from overlapping generations and several fields of research—including physics, chemistry, geography, paleontology, and ecology, among others—to share their experiences. From women who began their careers in the 1970s and brought their newborns to work, breastfeeding them under ponchos, to graduate students today, the authors of the candid essays written for this groundbreaking volume reveal a range of career choices: the authors work part-time and full-time; they opt out and then opt back in; they become entrepreneurs and job share; they teach high school and have achieved tenure. The personal stories that comprise Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory not only show the many ways in which women can successfully combine motherhood and a career in science but also address and redefine what it means to be a successful scientist. These valuable narratives encourage institutions of higher education and scientific research to accommodate the needs of scientists who decide to have children.

Download or read book A Wilderness of Stars written by Shea Ernshaw and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illness cursing the land forces seventeen-year-old Vega, the Last Astronomer, to venture across the wilderness to discover the stars message that will save her people.

Download or read book Earth is My Mother Sky is My Father written by Trudy Griffin-Pierce and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the circularity of Navajo thought through studies of sandpaintings, chantway myths, and stories reflected in the constellations.

Download or read book Exploring the World of Astronomy written by John Hudson Tiner and published by New Leaf Publishing Group. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover how to find constellations like the Royal Family group or those near Orion the Hunter from season to season throughout the year How to use the Sea of Crises as your guidepost for further explorations on the moon's surface Investigate deep sky wonders, extra solar planets, and beyond as God's creation comes alive! Think you know all there is to know about our solar system? You might be surprised at some of the amazing details that you find when you begin Exploring the World of Astronomy! From the rugged surface of the moon to the distant and mysterious constellations, this book provides an exciting educational tour for students of different ages and skill levels. Learn about a blue moon, the 400-year storm on Jupiter, and what is meant by "the zone of life." Discussion ideas, questions, and research opportunities help expand this great resource on observational astronomy into an unforgettable educational course for middle school to high school students!

Download or read book Love in the Chaos written by Celestia Hawthorne and published by Celestia Hawthorne. This book was released on 2024-06-15 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jensen thought his heart was closed forever—until Lia stepped into his life. Determined to build a new life in vibrant Austin, Lia takes on the challenge of being a nanny to Alice, the spirited little girl who's scared off every nanny before her. Balancing her studies and the pursuit of financial independence, Lia finds herself in the middle of the Warren household's whirlwind. Jensen, the powerful CEO of Texas's largest construction firm, is a man battling his own inner demons. Desperately trying to shield his daughter from his struggles, he finds his efforts falling short. Their first encounter is disastrous, sparking tension and curiosity. Lia is intrigued, while Jensen wants her far from his chaotic life. But when a crucial moment forces them to unite for Alice's sake, they begin to discover unexpected feelings for each other. As they grow closer, Jensen begins to confront his issues, and Lia becomes an unexpected source of comfort. Neither of them anticipated falling in love amidst the chaos. When destiny tests their newfound relationship, Jensen and Lia must decide: will they embrace their love or let it slip away? Love in the Chaos is a heartfelt romance about finding love in the most unexpected places. Join Jensen and Lia on a journey of healing, discovery, and the powerful bond that emerges from life's turmoil. Perfect for fans of emotionally charged and heartwarming love stories.

Download or read book The Cupcake Queen written by Heather Hepler and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-09-17 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Penny moves to Hog's Hollow from New York City, her life changes drastically. Penny's mom now runs a cupcake bakery, and Penny is stuck helping out. But that isn't the worst of it. Not only did she leave her friends back home, but her dad stayed behind too. And then there's Charity, resident mean girl who's out to get Penny. With all this, Penny still finds some things to like: Tally and Blake...and Marcus - the cute, quiet boy who runs on the beach every night. But just when Penny begins to accept her new life, she's forced to make a choice that will change everything.

Download or read book Frontiers of Astronomy written by Fred Hoyle and published by Andesite Press. This book was released on 2017-08-24 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Download or read book Astronomical Papers Prepared for the Use of the American Ephemeris and Nautical Almanac written by and published by . This book was released on 1898 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Disordered Cosmos written by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein and published by Bold Type Books. This book was released on 2021-03-09 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a star theoretical physicist, a journey into the world of particle physics and the cosmos—and a call for a more liberatory practice of science. Winner of the 2021 Los Angeles Times Book Prize in Science & Technology A Finalist for the 2022 PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award A Smithsonian Magazine Best Science Book of 2021 A Symmetry Magazine Top 10 Physics Book of 2021 An Entropy Magazine Best Nonfiction Book of 2020-2021 A Publishers Weekly Best Nonfiction Book of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Best Nonfiction Book of 2021 A Booklist Top 10 Sci-Tech Book of the Year In The Disordered Cosmos, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein shares her love for physics, from the Standard Model of Particle Physics and what lies beyond it, to the physics of melanin in skin, to the latest theories of dark matter—along with a perspective informed by history, politics, and the wisdom of Star Trek. One of the leading physicists of her generation, Dr. Chanda Prescod-Weinstein is also one of fewer than one hundred Black American women to earn a PhD from a department of physics. Her vision of the cosmos is vibrant, buoyantly nontraditional, and grounded in Black and queer feminist lineages. Dr. Prescod-Weinstein urges us to recognize how science, like most fields, is rife with racism, misogyny, and other forms of oppression. She lays out a bold new approach to science and society, beginning with the belief that we all have a fundamental right to know and love the night sky. The Disordered Cosmos dreams into existence a world that allows everyone to experience and understand the wonders of the universe.

Download or read book Amatimas I Am Time written by Richard Herbert and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2010-08-10 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Albert Lanker is a dreamer who meets his wife, Jan Stevens, in Seattle, where both attend college. They are a typical married couple with three childrenuntil they travel together on their first vacation to the Middle East. Here, Albert has a vision of the future, a future that may see him become a very wealthy man. Though he attempts to keep his vision a secret, Jan learns of Alberts plan and becomes involved. The couple has discovered a black hole they call the Dark Stara black hole that is sucking up space as it works its way toward earth. The world, the Lankers maintain, is headed for a sudden and uncontrolled catastrophe. Albert and Jan convince their local Catholic priest, Father Anthony, that the future of the world is at stake and that they must warn the pope. They travel to the Vatican for a consultation. Although Alberts surface intentions of saving the world are benevolent, he has a much deeper motivation that will only be revealed as the crisis comes to a head.

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Download or read book Meeting the Challenge written by Magdolna Hargittai and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2023 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Astronomy was the earliest science in which women's participation has been recorded. Enheduanna, the Mezopotanian priestess around 2350 BCE monitored the stars and Hypathia in the fourth century is especially famous. Women astronomers such as Sophia Brahe, Maria Cunitz, Elisabetha Hevelius, Maria Margaretha Kirch, and Caroline Herschel often worked alongside family members, husbands or brothers. The next generations were more independent, of them, Mary Somerville, Maria Mitchell, Williamina Fleming, and Nancy Grace Roman are mentioned. Vera C. Rubin had revolutionary ideas about the black holes whose real significance is recognized today. Jocelyn Bell Burnell helped in the discovery of pulsars for which her professor received the Nobel Prize. France A. Cordova was elevated to various top administrative positions. Finally, the astronomer Andrea M. Ghez received a share of the physics Nobel Prize for her work on black holes"--