Dispatches from Planet 3

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Thirty-Two (Brief) Tales on the Solar System, the Milky Way, and Beyond

By Marcia Bartusiak

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Dispatches from Planet 3 by Marcia Bartusiak offers an engaging exploration of the universe, presenting key moments in the history of astronomy and astounding discoveries that have reshaped our understanding of the cosmos. The book is a collection of lively essays that convey complex scientific ideas in a digestible manner, making the wonders of space accessible to all readers. From black holes to quantum physics, it’s a captivating journey through science's cutting-edge developments and historic milestones.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the wonders of the cosmos and eager to explore the significant discoveries and concepts in astronomy and astrophysics. Marcia Bartusiak's engaging storytelling and her ability to make complex scientific ideas accessible bring the universe closer to home, perfect for both seasoned science enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.

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An award-winning science writer presents a captivating collection of cosmological essays for the armchair astronomer.

Dispatches from Planet 3 explores the galaxy, the multiverse, and the history of astronomy in this engaging compilation of cosmological tales by multiple-award-winning science writer Marcia Bartusiak. In thirty-two concise and engrossing essays, the author provides a deeper understanding of the nature of the universe and those who strive to uncover its mysteries.

Bartusiak shares the back stories for many momentous astronomical discoveries, including the contributions of such pioneers as Beatrice Tinsley, with her groundbreaking research in galactic evolution, and Jocelyn Bell Burnell, the scientist who first discovered radio pulsars.

An endlessly fascinating collection that you can dip into in any order, these pieces will transport you to ancient Mars, when water flowed freely across its surface; to the collision of two black holes, a cosmological event that released fifty times more energy than was radiating from every star in the universe; and to the beginning of time itself.

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Dispatches from Planet 3 by Marcia Bartusiak is highly praised for its ability to instil a sense of wonder about the cosmos. Reviews highlight its engaging storytelling, covering topics from ringed planets to gravity waves, and emphasizing contributions from overlooked women astronomers. Critics regard it as both a fascinating read and a contemporary history of major scientific insights, akin to a binge-worthy documentary.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300248302

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 50 b-w illus.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 320

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Education & Reference Marcia Bartusiak Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Marcia Bartusiak is Professor of the Practice, Graduate Program in Science Writing, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the award-winning author of six previous books, including most recently Black Hole: How an Idea Abandoned by Newtonians, Hated by Einstein, and Gambled On by Hawking Became Loved