Eine gründliche und erschwingliche Einführung in das Thema Astronomie. Dieses Buch erfüllt genau die Bedürfnisse moderner wissenschaftlicher Astronomiekurse, denen die verfügbaren Lehrbücher nicht in vollem Umfang Rechnung tragen. Im Erzählstil geschrieben, erfolgt die Einführung in die Thematik schrittweise und wird in späteren Kapiteln weiter ausgebaut. Zunächst werden die Probleme der Astronomen auf der Erde diskutiert, dann wird das Sonnensystem erforscht, die Sterne, usw. Mit vielen Arbeitsbeispielen und Problemstellungen. (09/98) Introductory Astronomy is a lucidly written introduction to the planets, the stars and beyond. Starting with problems astronomers face on Earth connected with observation, the text then moves on to cover the Solar System, stars, galaxies and finally cosmology. The evolution and internal workings of astronomical bodies are outlined, demystifying arcane entities such as black holes and white dwarfs in the process. Carefully structured, this test has a strong narrative thread running throughout and concepts are gradually introduced, and subsequently built upon in later chapters. The science behind the subject is integrated and presented in a way that enables the reader to gain a thorough understanding of the subject without blinding them with unnecessary mathematical detail or scientific theory. Astronomy is brought to life through the many carefully chosen examples, figures and photographs. Introductory Astronomy: * Provides a balanced introduction to the field of astronomy. * Includes many carefully chosen worked examples and problems. * Is clearly written to appeal to students and amateur astronomers alike.