Violent Phenomena in the Universe (Dover Science Books)

Book Details:

• Author: Jayant Vishnu Narlikar

• Publisher: Dover

• Language: English

• Edition: Illustrated Edition

• ISBN: 9780486457970

• Pages: 218

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches

• Weight: Not provided

About the Book

The Violent Universe by Jayant Vishnu Narlikar offers an engaging and accessible introduction to the intense and often violent phenomena occurring in our universe. While the night sky may seem serene, the universe itself is filled with extraordinary sources of energy, some emitting steady pulses and others erupting in cataclysmic bursts. This illustrated edition traces the development of modern astrophysics and its attempts to explain these celestial fireworks, from the foundational gravitational theories of Newton and Einstein to the more recent discoveries of supernovae, pulsars, X-ray sources, active galaxies, and quasars.

The book explores key concepts in astrophysics, including a thorough examination of the Big Bang theory, both its traditional interpretations and the subsequent issues that challenge its explanation of the universe’s birth. With a reader-friendly narrative, Narlikar makes complex scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience, providing not only theoretical explanations but also discussing the latest exciting discoveries in the field.

Several appendices supplement the text, offering additional insight into the discussed topics, while a glossary and reference tables provide useful tools for further study. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned science enthusiast, The Violent Universe offers an in-depth, clear, and exciting journey through the dynamic and energetic cosmos.