ASTRONOMY, ASTROPHYSICS & 2015 PLANETARY SCIENCE www.cambridge.org/aaps2015
Welcome to the Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Planetary Science books catalogue 2015. Here you will find new and forthcoming titles, representing the highest level of academic research from renowned authors. Our highlights this year include new editions of essential new textbooks An Introduction to the Sun and Stars, An Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology and Planetary Sciences. Our publications are available in a variety of formats, including ebooks and print, as well as online collections for institutional purchase via our publishing service University Publishing Online, which incorporates the Cambridge Books Online platform. We also have a growing portfolio of Astronomy journals, including International Journal of Astronomy and Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia (see back inside page for more information). You may recommend our books, online collections and journals to your librarian by filling out the form at the back of this catalogue. To see more book listings, product information, preview extracts and reviews, and to find out which conferences we are attending, you can find us online at www.cambridge.org/astronomy. You can also keep up to date with the latest news and author views from our academic blog at http://www.cambridgeblog.org/category/astronomy. We hope that you enjoy reading about our latest publications. For queries, suggestions or proposals, you can find a list of useful contacts at the back of this catalogue.
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Contents Planetary science
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Astrophysics 2 Cosmology and relativity
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Amateur and popular astronomy
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Solar and space plasma physics
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Extrasolar planets and astrobiology 6
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History of astronomy and cosmology 7 Astronomy (general)
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Professional development
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Cosmology, relativity and gravitation 9
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Planetary science and astrobiology 9 Also of interest
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Information on related journals Inside back cover
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Featured authors Dr. Imke de Pater, University of California, Berkeley Jack J. Lissauer, NASA-Ames Research Center Authors of Planetary Sciences, Second edition Planetary Sciences explains the wide variety of physical, chemical, and geological processes that govern the motions and properties of planets at a level appropriate for graduate students in the physical sciences. The updated second edition of this award-winning text has been revised and improved with data that are current as of mid 2014, including results from Cassini, Kepler, MESSENGER, MRO, LRO, Dawn at Vesta, Curiosity, and others, as well as many ground-based observatories and theoretical advances.
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Key Textbooks for 2015 An Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology
An Introduction to the Sun and Stars
Second edition
Simon F. Green,
Mark H. Jones,
Mark H. Jones,
Second edition The Open University, Milton Keynes
The Open University, Manchester
The Open University, Manchester
Robert J. A. Lambourne,
The Open University, Milton Keynes
Stephen Serjeant,
The Open University, Milton Keynes
‘An Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology is an impressive textbook. I found the presentation to be accessible to a wide variety of students, yet comprehensive and very up to date. The relevant mathematics and physics are introduced clearly and gently; advanced topics are explained in a pedagogically effective manner. The style of presentation will attract and sustain the interest of a broad spectrum of readers; it involves them in the drama of search, discovery and the emergence of new mysteries.’ Robert Wagoner, Stanford University Paperback 978-1-107-49261-5 £39.99 / $74.99 450 pages | 85 b/w illus. | 235 colour illus. | 140 exercises
‘An Introduction to the Sun and Stars is a real find for those of us who had previously despaired of finding a way to introduce the magic of ‘mere stars’ to readers already aware of apparently more exotic phenomena in the Universe. The illustrations are the best I have seen in this level of textbook and have clearly been carefully selected to bring alive the most exciting new discoveries. The accompanying text puts these discoveries in a solid context and explains the associated physics in simple but effective terms. This book will certainly appear on my recommended reading list for introductory astronomy.’ Annelia Sargent, California Institute of Technology Paperback 978-1-107-49263-9 £39.99 / $74.99 380 pages | 25 b/w illus. | 225 colour illus. | 16 tables | 120 exercises
Planetary science
Planetary science
Atlas of Meteorites Monica Grady The Open University and The Natural History Museum, UK
Giovanni Pratesi
Precession, Nutation and Wobble of the Earth V. Dehant Royal Observatory of Belgium
and P. M. Mathews
Covering astronomical and geophysical perspectives, this book describes changes in Earth’s orientation, specifically precession and nutation, and how they are observed and computed in terms of tidal forcing and models of the Earth’s interior. This book is ideal for advanced-level students and researchers in solid Earth geophysics and planetary science. 2015 247 x 174 mm 571pp 41 b/w illus. 11 tables 978-1-107-09254-9 Hardback £90.00 / US$140.00 Publication April 2015 For all formats available, see
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Planetary Sciences Second edition Imke de Pater University of California, Berkeley
and Jack J. Lissauer NASA-Ames Research Center
This updated second edition has been revised to account for the latest measurements, including results from Cassini, Kepler, and Curiosity, as well as many ground-based observatories. It is an authoritative introduction on the processes governing the motions and properties of planets for graduate students in the physical sciences. Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Dynamics; 3. Solar heating and energy transport; 4. Planetary atmospheres; 5. Planetary surfaces; 6. Planetary interiors; 7. Magnetic fields and plasmas; 8. Meteorites; 9. Minor planets; 10. Comets; 11. Planetary rings; 12. Extrasolar planets; 13. Planet formation; 14. Planets and life; Appendixes; References; Index. 2015 246 x 189 mm 664pp 300 b/w illus. 32 colour illus. 300 exercises 978-1-107-09161-0 Hardback £55.00 / US$99.00 Publication January 2015 For all formats available, see
www.cambridge.org/9781107091610
Museo di Storia Naturale, Università di Firenze
and Vanni Moggi Cecchi Museo di Scienze Planetarie, Provincia di Prato
A complete visual reference for meteorite classification, this atlas combines high resolution optical microscope images with detailed descriptions. It provides a systematic account of meteorites and their most important classification parameters, making it an essential resource for meteorite researchers. Each chapter starts with a description of the meteorite class, with a summary of the mineralogical, chemical and isotopic characteristics of the group. The fullcolor images are taken in plane- and cross-polarized light and reflected light, and arranged to highlight textural variations in meteorites. Specimens are grouped to show the effects of increasing thermal alteration and shock, as well as variations in chondrule size and type. Chapters on iron meteorites, pallasites and mesosiderites are included, photographed as mounts in reflected light, to show the range of textural variations that accompany these meteorites. Images from the book can be downloaded from www.cambridge.org/9780521840354. 2014 276 x 219 mm 384pp 800 colour illus. 978-0-521-84035-4 Hardback £95.00 / US$150.00 For all formats available, see
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The New Moon Water, Exploration, and Future Habitation Arlin Crotts Columbia University, New York
Explore Earth’s closest neighbor, the Moon, in this fascinating and timely book and discover what we should expect from this seemingly familiar but strange, new frontier. What startling discoveries are being uncovered on the Moon? What will these tell us about our place in the Universe? How can exploring the Moon benefit development on Earth? Discover the role of the Moon in Earth’s past and present; read about the lunar environment and how it could be made more habitable for humans; consider whether continued exploration of the Moon is justified; and view rare Apollo-era photos and film stills. This is a complete story of the human lunar experience, presenting many interesting but little-known and significant events
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in lunar science for the first time. It will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the stunning discoveries being uncovered on the Moon. ‘Crotts recounts how our understanding of the Moon has shifted since we briefly touched it … Fascinating.’ BBC Sky at Night Magazine 2014 246 x 189 mm 522pp 90 b/w illus. 3 tables 5 exercises 978-0-521-76224-3 Hardback £24.99 / US$39.99 For all formats available, see
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The Scientific Exploration of Venus Fredric W. Taylor University of Oxford
A leading researcher of Venus explains what we know through our investigations of Earth’s ‘twin’ planet. He addresses the question ‘why isn’t Venus more like Earth?’ Scientifically rigorous, yet written in a friendly non-technical style, this volume is a broad introduction for students and astronomy and space enthusiasts. ‘The Scientific Exploration of Venus is a fascinating book that tells us everything about our understanding of our neighbouring planet, from ancient times to modern exploration. In a clear and brilliant style, the author leads us along all aspects of this quest, from the early images and the groundbased spectroscopic observations to the achievements of the space era. Chapter after chapter, we learn how our knowledge of the planet has improved, what are the open issues, and finally what the future of the planet might be. This very complete and well-documented book about our sister planet will be a reference for not just scientists and students, but also for anyone interested in the future evolution of our own planet.’ Dr Thérèse Encrenaz, Observatoire de ParisMeudon, and author of Life Beyond Earth 2014 253 x 203 mm 314pp 171 b/w illus. 25 colour illus. 978-1-107-02348-2 Hardback £30.00 / US$48.00 For all formats available, see
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Planetary science / Astrophysics New in Paperback
Mars: An Introduction to its Interior, Surface and Atmosphere Nadine Barlow Northern Arizona University
Covering our understanding of Mars’ formation, geology, atmosphere, interior, surface properties, and potential for life, this textbook is essential reading for graduate courses, and an important reference for researchers. This interdisciplinary textbook encompasses geology, chemistry, atmospheric sciences, geophysics, and astronomy, and any necessary background information is provided. ‘… as an introduction to the various scientific disciplines as they relate to Mars research, it should prove useful to students and other interested readers with a science background.’ Mark Williamson, www.satellite-evolution.com Cambridge Planetary Science, 8
2014 244 x 170 mm 286pp 978-1-107-64487-8 Paperback £27.99 / US$42.99 Also available 978-0-521-85226-5 Hardback £74.99 / US$119.99 For all formats available, see
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Titan Interior, Surface, Atmosphere, and Space Environment Edited by Ingo Müller-Wodarg Imperial College London
Caitlin A. Griffith University of Arizona
Emmanuel Lellouch Observatoire de Paris, Meudon
and Thomas E. Cravens University of Kansas
This comprehensive reference examines the physical processes that shape the fascinating atmospheric structure and chemistry, weather, climate, circulation and surface geology of Titan, Saturn’s largest moon. The text also surveys leading theories about Titan’s origin and evolution, and assesses their implications for understanding the formation of other complex planetary bodies. Cambridge Planetary Science, 14
2014 279 x 216 mm 474pp 179 b/w illus. 35 colour illus. 31 tables 978-0-521-19992-6 Hardback £85.00 / US$135.00 For all formats available, see
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Astrophysics Textbook
An Introduction to the Sun and Stars Second edition Edited by Simon F. Green The Open University, Milton Keynes
and Mark H. Jones The Open University, Manchester
Compiled by a team of experts, this textbook introduces the physical properties and evolution of stars. Designed for elementary university courses in astronomy and astrophysics, this revised second edition has a greater emphasis on the physical and spectral properties of stars and is ideal for selfstudy. Advance praise: ‘An Introduction to the Sun and Stars is a real find for those of us who had previously despaired of finding a way to introduce the magic of ‘mere stars’ to readers already aware of apparently more exotic phenomena in the Universe. The illustrations are the best I have seen in this level of textbook and have clearly been carefully selected to bring alive the most exciting new discoveries. The accompanying text puts these discoveries in a solid context and explains the associated physics in simple but effective terms. This book will certainly appear on my recommended reading list for introductory astronomy.’ Annelia Sargent, California Institute of Technology
Contents: Introduction; 1. Seeing the Sun; 2. The working Sun; 3. Measuring stars; 4. Comparing stars; 5. The formation of stars; 6. The main sequence life of stars; 7. The life of stars beyond the main sequence; 8. The death of stars; 9. The remnants of stars; Conclusion; Answers and comments; Appendices; Glossary; Further reading; Acknowledgements; Figure references; Index. 2015 263 x 210 mm 380pp 25 b/w illus. 225 colour illus. 16 tables 120 exercises 978-1-107-49263-9 Paperback £39.99 / US$74.99 Publication February 2015 For all formats available, see
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An Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology Edited by Mark H. Jones The Open University, Manchester
Robert J. A. Lambourne The Open University, Milton Keynes
and Stephen Serjeant The Open University, Milton Keynes
This well-received textbook has been designed by a team of experts for introductory courses in astronomy and astrophysics. The second edition has been updated to reflect the latest developments and observations and contains features including boxed summaries, a glossary and exercises with full solutions, making it useful for self-study. ‘An Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology is an impressive textbook. I found the presentation to be accessible to a wide variety of students, yet comprehensive and very up to date. The relevant mathematics and physics are introduced clearly and gently; advanced topics are explained in a pedagogically effective manner. The style of presentation will attract and sustain the interest of a broad spectrum of readers; it involves them in the drama of search, discovery and the emergence of new mysteries.’ Robert Wagoner, Stanford University
Contents: Introduction; 1. The Milky Way – our galaxy; 2. Normal galaxies; 3. Active galaxies; 4. The spatial distribution of galaxies; 5. Introducing cosmology – the science of the Universe; 6. Big bang cosmology – the evolving Universe; 7. Observational cosmology – measuring the Universe; 8. Questioning cosmology – outstanding problems about the Universe; Answers and comments; Appendix; Glossary; Further reading; Acknowledgements; Figure references; Index. 2015 263 x 210 mm 450pp 85 b/w illus. 235 colour illus. 140 exercises 978-1-107-49261-5 Paperback £39.99 / US$74.99 For all formats available, see
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Astrophysics New in Paperback Textbook
Principles of Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics
2014 253 x 177 mm 484pp 183 b/w illus. 978-1-107-00054-4 Hardback £45.00 / US$75.00 For all formats available, see
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Cathie Clarke
New in Paperback
University of Cambridge
Textbook
and Bob Carswell University of Cambridge
This comprehensive textbook, first published in 2007, introduces the necessary fluid dynamics to understand a wide range of astronomical phenomena. The authors introduce the fundamental equations, supplemented by explanatory text, and emphasise the observable phenomena that rely on these processes. It will be used by final-year undergraduate and starting graduate students of astrophysics. Contents: 1. Introduction to concepts; 2. The fluid equations; 3. Gravitation; 4. The energy equation; 5. Hydrostatic equilibrium; 6. Propagation of sound waves; 7. Supersonic flows; 8. Blast waves; 9. Bernoulli’s equation; 10. Fluid instabilities; 11. Viscous flows; 12. Accretion disks in astrophysics; 13. Plasmas; Appendix 1. Equations in curvilinear coordinates; Appendix 2. Exercises; Bibliography; Index. 2014 244 x 170 mm 238pp 978-1-107-66691-7 Paperback £26.99 / US$39.99 Also available 978-0-521-85331-6 Hardback £59.99 / US$104.99 For all formats available, see
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Dynamics of Galaxies Second edition Giuseppe Bertin Università degli Studi di Milano
Addressing advanced undergraduate and graduate students, the second edition of this well-received textbook examines key topics related to the dynamics of spiral galaxies, the structure and evolution of elliptical galaxies, and the role of dark matter halos, emphasizing the interface between theory and observations and interdisciplinary concepts. Review of the first edition: ‘A fresh and exciting introduction to modern galactic physics on the grand scale, and of its connections to other broad domains of contemporary physics. Graduate students in particular, will appreciate the clarity of presentation.’ Bruno Coppi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Astrophysics Processes The Physics of Astronomical Phenomena Hale Bradt Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Written for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, this book provides physical explanations of twelve fundamental astrophysical processes underlying a wide range of phenomena in astronomy. It contains tutorial figures, review exercises, and step-by-step mathematical and physical development, providing a stepping stone to more specialized books and primary literature. ‘The author’s engaging writing style makes this a very enjoyable book. Each topic starts with interesting observational material, then goes to a discussion of the physical concepts, amplified by mathematics, and very good figures, and then ties it up by finishing with more observational applications, either solving the problem posed at the beginning of the chapter or presenting new ones. This is a perfect book for seniors.’ Marc L. Kutner, author of Astronomy: A Physical Perspective
Contents: Preface; 1. Kepler, Newton, and the mass function; 2. Equilibrium in stars; 3. Equations of state; 4. Stellar structure and evolution; 5. Thermal bremsstrahlung radiation; 6. Blackbody radiation; 7. Special theory of relativity in astronomy; 8. Synchrotron radiation; 9. Compton scattering; 10. Hydrogen spin-flip radiation; 11. Dispersion and Faraday rotation; 12. Gravitational lensing; References; Acronyms; Appendix; Index. 2014 244 x 170 mm 534pp 978-1-107-67724-1 Paperback £38.99 / US$59.99 Also available 978-0-521-84656-1 Hardback £59.99 / US$114.99 For all formats available, see
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Electromagnetic Scattering by Particles and Particle Groups An Introduction Michael I. Mishchenko NASA-Goddard Space Flight Center
Provides a self-contained, accessible introduction to a complex topic, combining the theories of electromagnetic scattering, radiative transfer, and weak localization into a consistent branch of physical optics directly based on the Maxwell equations. Ideal for graduate students and researchers in remote sensing, optics, optical communications, atmospheric physics, and astrophysics. ‘Featuring over 120 end-of-chapter exercises, with hints and solutions provided, this clear, one-stop resource is ideal for self-study or classroom use, and will be invaluable to both graduate students and researchers in remote sensing, physical and biomedical optics, optical communications, optical particle characterisation, atmospheric physics, and astrophysics.’ GeoQ 2014 247 x 174 mm 450pp 125 b/w illus. 18 colour illus. 3 tables 100 exercises 978-0-521-51992-2 Hardback £45.00 / US$70.00 For all formats available, see
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An Introduction to Radio Astronomy Third edition Bernard F. Burke Massachusetts Institute of Technology
and Francis Graham-Smith Jodrell Bank, University of Manchester
This well-established, graduate-level textbook is a thorough introduction to radio telescopes and techniques for students and researchers new to the subject. From a previous edition: ‘Written by two of the world’s leading radio astronomers … If you are looking for an up-to-date review of radio astronomy, from the telescopes and techniques to the fabulous wonders of the Universe they reveal, then this is the book for you.’ Geoff Macdonald, Astronomy Now
Contents: Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. The nature of the radio signal; 3. Signals, noise, radiometers and spectrometers; 4. Single-aperture radio telescopes; 5. The two-element interferometer; 6. Aperture
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Astrophysics synthesis; 7. Radiation, propagation and absorption of radio waves; 8. The local universe; 9. The interstellar medium; 10. Galactic dynamics; 11. Stars; 12. Pulsars; 13. Radio galaxies and quasars; 14. Cosmology fundamentals; 15. The angular structure of the CMB; 16. Cosmology: discrete radio sources and gravitational lensing; 17. The future of radio astronomy; Appendixes; References; Index. 2014 244 x 170 mm 458pp 978-1-107-67260-4 Paperback £36.99 / US$55.00 Also available 978-0-521-87808-1 Hardback £54.99 / US$94.99 For all formats available, see
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The Physics and Evolution of Active Galactic Nuclei Hagai Netzer Tel-Aviv University
A comprehensive introduction to the theory underpinning our study of active galactic nuclei and the ways we observe them. 2013 253 x 177 mm 356pp 110 b/w illus. 16 colour illus. 12 tables 978-1-107-02151-8 Hardback £40.00 / US$65.00 For all formats available, see
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Astrophysics through Computation With Mathematica® Support Brian Koberlein Rochester Institute of Technology, New York
and David Meisel State University of New York, Geneseo
This new astrophysics text integrates analytical and computational methods to explore a broad range of topics in astrophysics. 2013 254 x 203 mm 384pp 98 b/w illus. 12 tables 104 exercises 978-1-107-01074-1 Hardback £40.00 / US$70.00 For all formats available, see
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Physics and Chemistry of Circumstellar Dust Shells Hans-Peter Gail Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg, Germany
and Erwin Sedlmayr Technische Universität Berlin
This book explores why dust forms around stars, and how to model stellar dust formation and dust-forming environments consistently. Cambridge Astrophysics, 52
2014 247 x 174 mm 684pp 156 b/w illus. 26 tables 978-0-521-83379-0 Hardback £80.00 / US$130.00 For all formats available, see
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Observational Molecular Astronomy Exploring the Universe Using Molecular Line Emissions David A. Williams University College London
and Serena Viti University College London
This is the first book for astronomers who wish to use molecular emissions as a tool to explore the Universe. Cambridge Observing Handbooks for Research Astronomers, 10
2014 228 x 152 mm 184pp 41 b/w illus. 24 tables 978-1-107-01816-7 Hardback £35.00 / US$55.00 For all formats available, see
Asteroseismology Edited by Pere L. Pallé Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
and César Esteban Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
Chapters from seven eminent scientists in residence at the twenty-second Canary Islands Winter School of Astrophysics provide a wide-ranging and up-to-date overview of the theoretical, experimental and analytical tools for carrying out research using asteroseismological observations, tools and inferences. Canary Islands Winter School of Astrophysics
2014 247 x 174 mm 248pp 109 b/w illus. 978-1-107-02944-6 Hardback £75.00 / US$120.00 For all formats available, see
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The Diffuse Interstellar Bands (IAU S297) Edited by Jan Cami University of Western Ontario
and Nick L. J. Cox Institute of Astronomy, KU Leuven
Describing state-of-the-art research aimed at unraveling the carriers of the enigmatic diffuse interstellar bands, IAU Symposium 297 includes more than 70 contributions covering a wide range of topics in observational astronomy and astrophysics; laboratory astrophysics and spectroscopy; astrochemistry; and theoretical, experimental and computational chemistry.
www.cambridge.org/9781107018167
Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
Accretion Processes in Astrophysics
2014 247 x 174 mm 436pp 190 b/w illus. 26 tables 978-1-107-04532-3 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00
Edited by Ignacio González MartínezPaís Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
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Tariq Shahbaz Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
and Jorge Casares Velázquez Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, Tenerife
This volume presents a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the major topics associated with accretion processes in astrophysics. Written by a team of eight experienced scientists, the text is designed to offer young researchers key analytical tools for supporting and carrying out the next generation of front-line research. Canary Islands Winter School of Astrophysics
2014 253 x 177 mm 314pp 140 b/w illus. 978-1-107-03019-0 Hardback £75.00 / US$120.00 For all formats available, see
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Magnetic Fields throughout Stellar Evolution (IAU S302) Edited by Pascal Petit Université de Toulouse
Moira Jardine University of St Andrews, Scotland
and Hendrik C. Spruit Max-Planck-Institut für Astrophysik, Garching, Germany
IAU Symposium 302 provides an overview of the emerging field of stellar magnetism. Covering all stages of stellar evolution, this volume features the most recent advances achieved by major observatories (ground-based and space-borne) and massivelyparallel 3D numerical simulations, benefiting astronomers interested in
Astrophysics / Cosmology and relativity / Amateur and popular astronomy the latest observational and theoretical developments. Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
2014 247 x 174 mm 466pp 100 b/w illus. 978-1-107-04498-2 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00 For all formats available, see
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The Galactic Center (IAU S303) Feeding and Feedback in a Normal Galactic Nucleus Edited by Loránt O. Sjouwerman National Radio Astronomy Observatory, West Virginia
Cornelia C. Lang University of Iowa
and Juergen Ott National Radio Astronomy Observatory, West Virginia
IAU Symposium 303 highlights the latest in Galactic Center research, covering stars and stellar orbits, nearby black holes and explosive events, and the building blocks and transport of energy in galaxies similar to our own. It concludes with a look ahead to future observing opportunities across the electromagnetic spectrum.
Cosmology and relativity New in Paperback
The Dark Matter Problem A Historical Perspective Robert H. Sanders Kapteyn Astronomical Institute, Groningen, The Netherlands
Describing the development of dark matter theory for cosmologists, astronomers and particle physicists. 2014 244 x 170 mm 214pp 978-1-107-67718-0 Paperback £25.00 / US$40.00 Also available 978-0-521-11301-4 Hardback £44.99 / US$74.99 For all formats available, see
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Amateur and popular astronomy
Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
2014 247 x 174 mm 490pp 100 b/w illus. 978-1-107-04461-6 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00 For all formats available, see
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Atlas of Great Comets Ronald Stoyan
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Oculum-Verlag GmbH
Multiwavelength AGN Surveys and Studies (IAU S304)
Throughout the ages, comets, enigmatic and beautiful wandering objects that appear for weeks or months, have alternately fascinated and terrified humankind. The result of five years of careful research, Atlas of Great Comets is a generously illustrated reference on thirty of the greatest comets that have been witnessed and documented since the Middle Ages. Special attention is given to the cultural and scientific impact of each appearance, supported by a wealth of images, from woodcuts, engravings, historical paintings and artifacts, to a showcase of the best astronomical photos and images. Following the introduction, giving the broad historical context and a modern scientific interpretation, the Great Comets feature in chronological order. For each, there is a contemporary description of its appearance along with its scientific, cultural and historical significance. Whether you are an armchair astronomer or a seasoned
Edited by Areg M. Mickaelian Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory, Armenia
and David B. Sanders Institute for Astronomy, University of Hawaii
IAU Symposium 304 addresses the most important questions in the area of active galactic nuclei (AGN). Covering an exceptionally broad range of topics, this fresh summary of AGN surveys is especially useful for researchers engaged in this exciting field, helping them plan for future surveys and observations. Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
2014 247 x 174 mm 470pp 189 b/w illus. 34 tables 978-1-107-04524-8 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00 For all formats available, see
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comet-chaser, this spectacular reference deserves a place on your shelf. 2015 325 x 250 mm 224pp 123 b/w illus. 163 colour illus. 32 maps 34 tables 978-1-107-09349-2 Hardback £35.00 / US$55.00 For all formats available, see
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A Journey through the Universe Gresham Lectures on Astronomy Ian Morison University of Manchester and Gresham College, London
Providing an in-depth understanding both for general readers and astronomy enthusiasts, this highly comprehensive book provides an up-to-date survey of our knowledge of the Universe beyond Earth. The book explores our Solar System, its planets and other bodies; examines the Sun and how it and other stars evolve through their lifetimes; discusses the search for planets beyond our Solar System and how we might detect life on them; and highlights interesting objects found within our galaxy, the Milky Way. It also looks at our current understanding of the origin and evolution of the Universe, as well as many other intriguing topics, such as time, black holes and Einstein’s theories, dark matter, dark energy and the Cosmic Microwave Background. The book is uniquely supported by video lectures given by the author, available online. It also includes the very latest astronomical observations, such as those made by the Planck and Kepler spacecraft. ‘It would be hard to find a clearer and more balanced survey of what we know about the cosmos – from the Solar System, out to the remotest galaxies.’ Martin Rees, University of Cambridge 2014 247 x 174 mm 365pp 137 b/w illus. 8 colour illus. 978-1-107-07346-3 Hardback £25.00 / US$39.99 For all formats available, see
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Amateur and popular astronomy / Solar and space plasma physics / Extrasolar planets and astrobiology Highlight
Nearest Star The Surprising Science of our Sun Second edition Leon Golub Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
and Jay M. Pasachoff Williams College, Massachusetts
How did the Sun evolve, and what will it become? What is the origin of its light and heat? How does solar activity affect the atmospheric conditions that make life on Earth possible? These are the questions at the heart of solar physics, and at the core of this book. The Sun is the only star near enough to study in sufficient detail to provide rigorous tests of our theories and help us understand the more distant and exotic objects throughout the cosmos. Having observed the Sun using both groundbased and spaceborne instruments, the authors bring their extensive personal experience to this story revealing what we have discovered about phenomena from eclipses to neutrinos, space weather, and global warming. This second edition is updated throughout, and features results from the current spacecraft that are aloft, especially NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, for which one of the authors designed some of the telescopes. Review of the first edition: ‘In Nearest Star, two of the world’s leading solar scientists give us a fascinating and informative account of our sun as a star … Golub and Pasachoff do not simply present an account of scientific fact. Rather, they show us how the process of science works … Throughout, the authors emphasize why and how we study the sun at many different wavelengths and what has been discovered by looking at the sun in each of these wavelength regimes. Nearest Star is a delight to read. Golub and Pasachoff transmit not only their obvious expertise but also a genuine affection for the subject. Nearest Star will surely leave you with a renewed appreciation for the beauty, complexity, and importance of our nearest star, the Sun.’ Jennifer Birriel, Astronomy
Solar and space plasma physics
Edited by Joyce A. Guzik
Magnetohydrodynamics of the Sun Eric Priest University of St Andrews, Scotland
This advanced textbook provides a detailed account of our progress towards answering many key unsolved puzzles in solar physics. Developed for a graduate course, is essential reading for graduate students and researchers in solar physics, astronomy, plasma physics and fluid dynamics. Problem sets and other resources are available at www.cambridge.org/9780521854719. 2014 253 x 203 mm 576pp 493 b/w illus. 13 tables 94 exercises 978-0-521-85471-9 Hardback £55.00 / US$90.00 For all formats available, see
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Plasmas The First State of Matter Vinod Krishan Indian Institute of Astrophysics, India
The book discusses the phenomenal diversity of cosmic and terrestrial plasmas, from the early universe to the Earth’s ionosphere. 2014 228 x 152 mm 280pp 978-1-107-03757-1 Hardback £45.00 / US$70.00 For all formats available, see
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Magnetoconvection N. O. Weiss University of Cambridge
and M. R. E. Proctor University of Cambridge
Here, leading experts present the current state of knowledge of the subject of magnetoconvection: the study of the interplay between magnetic fields and convection. The book covers all aspects of the subject from the viewpoint of applied mathematics, and as a branch of astrophysical (or geophysical) fluid dynamics.
2014 228 x 152 mm 324pp 107 b/w illus. 16 colour illus. 1 map 2 tables 978-1-107-05265-9 Hardback £50.00 / US$80.00
Cambridge Monographs on Mechanics
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Precision Asteroseismology (IAU S301)
2014 247 x 174 mm 432pp 220 b/w illus. 978-0-521-19055-8 Hardback £75.00 / US$120.00 www.cambridge.org/9780521190558
Los Alamos National Laboratory
William J. Chaplin University of Birmingham
Gerald Handler Nicolaus Copernicus Astronomical Center, Warsaw
and Andrzej Pigulski Astronomical Institute
Highlighting recent advances in the field of asteroseismology, IAU Symposium 301 discusses seismic studies of all types of pulsating stars. Honouring Wojtek Dziembowski, a world leader in the study of pulsations, and containing many excellent reviews, this is an important reference source for researchers on solar and stellar pulsations. Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
2014 247 x 174 mm 535pp 325 b/w illus. 30 tables 978-1-107-04517-0 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00 For all formats available, see
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Extrasolar planets and astrobiology New in Paperback
The Exoplanet Handbook Michael Perryman Zentrum für Astronomie der Universität Heidelberg and University of Bristol
Comprehensive, up-to-date overview of all important topics in exoplanet research, ideal for astronomy and planetary science researchers entering the field. 2014 246 x 189 mm 424pp 223 b/w illus. 978-1-107-66856-0 Paperback £30.00 / US$45.00 Also available 978-0-521-76559-6 Hardback £54.99 / US$94.99 For all formats available, see
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Extrasolar planets and astrobiology / History of astronomy and cosmology / Astronomy (general) Formation, Detection, and Characterization of Extrasolar Habitable Planets (IAU S293) Edited by Nader Haghighipour University of Hawaii, Manoa
IAU Symposium 293 presents stateof-the-art research on the formation, dynamical evolution, interior dynamics, and atmospheric characteristics of extrasolar habitable planets. This comprehensive, up-to-date and technical volume targets those seeking to understand the origin of life and the possibility and detection of life elsewhere in the Universe. Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Symposia and Colloquia
2014 247 x 174 mm 476pp 250 b/w illus. 978-1-107-03382-5 Hardback £76.00 / US$125.00 For all formats available, see
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History of astronomy and cosmology The Analysis of Starlight Two Centuries of Astronomical Spectroscopy Second edition John B. Hearnshaw University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
This second edition tells the story of astronomical spectroscopy, following the development of astrophysics from the discovery of spectral lines through to the year 2000. It is essential reading for graduate students working in stellar spectroscopy, and a major reference for both astronomers and historians of science. ‘… well-documented, beautifully written … an excellent historical summary and an invaluable resource for finding source material …’ Choice 2014 253 x 203 mm 382pp 191 b/w illus. 20 tables 978-1-107-03174-6 Hardback £75.00 / US$120.00 For all formats available, see
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In Search of the True Universe The Tools, Shaping, and Cost of Cosmological Thought Martin Harwit Cornell University, New York
Examines how our understanding of the cosmos advanced rapidly during the twentieth century and identifies factors contributing to this progress. Association of American Publishers PROSE Award in Cosmology and Astronomy 2013 – Winner 2014 253 x 177 mm 408pp 61 b/w illus. 4 tables 978-1-107-04406-7 Hardback £35.00 / US$50.00 For all formats available, see
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Revealing the Heart of the Galaxy The Milky Way and its Black Hole Robert H. Sanders Kapteyn Astronomical Institute, The Netherlands
Provides an insider’s view of how the massive black hole was discovered at the Galactic Center. 2014 253 x 177 mm 204pp 79 b/w illus. 978-1-107-03918-6 Hardback £25.00 / US$39.99 For all formats available, see
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Discovery and Classification in Astronomy Controversy and Consensus Steven J. Dick National Air and Space Museum
This book shows that astronomical discovery is a complex and ongoing process comprising various stages of research, interpretation and understanding. 2013 253 x 177 mm 472pp 60 b/w illus. 978-1-107-03361-0 Hardback £30.00 / US$45.00 For all formats available, see
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Encyclopedia of the History of Astronomy and Astrophysics David Leverington University of Oxford
This Encyclopedia offers a comprehensive guide to the history of astronomy and astrophysics from ancient times to the present day. 2013 279 x 216 mm 530pp 81 b/w illus. 18 tables 978-0-521-89994-9 Hardback £45.00 / US$75.00 For all formats available, see
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Astronomy (general) An Introduction to Practical Laboratory Optics J. F. James
Aimed at students taking practical laboratory courses in experimental optics, this book helps readers to understand the components within optical instruments. Topics covered range from the operation of lenses and mirrors to the laws which govern the design, layout and working of optical instruments. 2014 228 x 152 mm 196pp 80 b/w illus. 978-1-107-05054-9 Hardback £45.00 / US$70.00 978-1-107-68793-6 Paperback £22.99 / US$34.99 For all formats available, see
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A Photographic Atlas of Selected Regions of the Milky Way Edward Emerson Barnard Yerkes Observatory, Wisconsin
Foreword by Gerald Orin Dobek Northwestern Michigan College
Edward Emerson Barnard’s Photographic Atlas of Selected Regions of the Milky Way was originally published in two volumes in 1927. Together, these volumes contained a wealth of information, including photographic plates of the most interesting portions of the Milky Way, descriptive text, charts and data. Only 700 copies were printed, making the original edition a collector’s item. Reproduced in print for the first time, this edition combines
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Astronomy (general) / Professional development both volumes of Barnard’s Atlas. It directly replicates Barnard’s text, and contains high-resolution images of the original photographic plates and charts, reordered so that they can be seen together. It also includes a biography of Barnard and his work, a Foreword and Addendum by Gerald Orin Dobek describing the importance of the Atlas and additions to this volume, and a pull-out section with a mosaic of all 50 plates combined in a single panorama. ‘One of the greatest astronomy books of all time is back – and it’s better than the original … Dobek brings to this book his knowledge of the astrophysics of dark nebulae and their observation, and a deep love, appreciation, and sensitivity for the cultural and historic worth of this work … This is a must for every astrophysics department, every library, and every astronomer who loves the sky, the romance of the subject, and its magnificent history.’ Graeme White, James Cook University 2014 270 x 270 mm 369pp 50 b/w illus. 978-1-107-44287-0 Paperback £45.00 / US$80.00 Also available 978-0-521-19143-2 Hardback £85.00 / US$137.00 For all formats available, see
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Contents: Preface; About the authors; 1. A grand tour of the heavens; 2. Light, matter and energy: powering the Universe; 3. Light and telescopes: extending our senses; 4. Observing the stars and planets: clockwork of the Universe; 5. Gravitation and motion: the early history of astronomy; 6. The terrestrial planets: Earth, Moon, and their relatives; 7. The Jovian planets: windswept giants; 8. Pluto, comets, and space debris; 9. Our Solar System and others; 10. Our star: the Sun; 11. Stars: distant suns; 12. How the stars shine: cosmic furnaces; 13. The death of stars: recycling; 14. Black holes: the end of space and time; 15. The Milky Way: our home in the Universe; 16. A Universe of galaxies; 17. Quasars and active galaxies; 18. Cosmology: the birth and life of the cosmos; 19. In the beginning; 20. Life in the Universe; Epilogue; Appendices; Selected readings; Glossary; Index. 2013 303 x 228 mm 619pp 409 b/w illus. 739 colour illus. 5 maps 978-1-107-68756-1 Paperback £40.00 / US$85.00 For all formats available, see
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A Student’s Guide to the Mathematics of Astronomy Daniel Fleisch Wittenberg University, Ohio
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The Cosmos Astronomy in the New Millennium Fourth edition Jay M. Pasachoff Williams College, Massachusetts
and Alex Filippenko University of California, Berkeley
An exciting introduction to astronomy, using recent discoveries and stunning photography to inspire non-science majors about the Universe and science. ’An excellent introduction to the subject, both comprehensive and up to date. The authors convey a clear and enthusiastic pedagogic presentation of an exciting field. As a textbook, it will be of great benefit to students, providing a valuable starting point to learn about the subject. Its presentation and style will hold the reader’s attention, at the level appropriate for an introductory course. It is my preferred text of this type, as it stands out for its continued excellence over time.’ Dr Roger Kadala, Hawaii Pacific University
Professional development Successful Grant Proposals in Science, Technology and Medicine A Guide to Writing the Narrative Sandra Oster Oster-Edits, Oregon
and Paul Cordo Oregon Health Sciences University
A practical guide to writing effective narrative sections for scientific grant applications, this book is designed to enable you to successfully acquire research funding. The authors draw on real-life examples from more than twenty years of research, covering the content, organisation, phrasing, and scientific argumentation of narratives. 2015 228 x 152 mm 350pp 6 b/w illus. 20 tables 978-1-107-03809-7 Hardback £60.00 / US$90.00 978-1-107-65930-8 Paperback £29.99 / US$45.00 Publication February 2015 For all formats available, see
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Pennsylvania State University
Successful Scientific Writing
Plain-language explanations and a rich set of supporting material help students understand the mathematical concepts and techniques of astronomy.
A Step-by-Step Guide for the Biological and Medical Sciences Fourth edition Janice R. Matthews
2013 228 x 152 mm 205pp 67 b/w illus. 154 exercises 978-1-107-03494-5 Hardback £40.00 / US$75.00
Scientific Editing Services
and Julia Kregenow
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and Robert W. Matthews University of Georgia
The new edition of this best-selling guide has been thoroughly updated for today’s digital world, covering all aspects of the writing process and now including extensive coverage of ethical issues, including plagiarism. It offers a rich blend of practical advice, abundant examples from actual manuscripts, and hands-on exercises. Review of previous edition: ‘… does not disappoint. It is everything a ‘how to’ book needs to be, stuffed with plain common sense and sprinkled with useful tips.’ The Biologist 2014 228 x 152 mm 304pp 37 b/w illus. 31 tables 30 exercises 978-1-107-69193-3 Paperback £24.99 / US$39.99 For all formats available, see
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Cosmology, relativity and gravitation / Planetary science and astrobiology
Cosmology, relativity and gravitation New in Paperback
Dark Energy Theory and Observations Luca Amendola Institute of Theoretical Physics, University of Heidelberg
and Shinji Tsujikawa Tokyo University of Science
Introducing the theoretical ideas, observational methods and results, this textbook is a thorough introduction to the exciting field of dark energy. Ideally suited to graduate courses on dark energy, it contains problems with full solutions. Any calculations are worked through step-by-step. ‘… tightly-packed, of a high standard, making appreciable demands upon the reader, student, and researcher … succeeds in its purpose of bringing the reader closer to an appreciation of the wonders and the complexities that cosmology sets out to elucidate.’ Contemporary Physics 2015 247 x 174 mm 503pp 63 b/w illus. 44 exercises 978-1-107-45398-2 Paperback £40.00 / US$65.00 Also available 978-0-521-51600-6 Hardback £64.99 / US$99.99 For all formats available, see
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Gravity Newtonian, Post-Newtonian, Relativistic Eric Poisson University of Guelph, Ontario
and Clifford M. Will University of Florida
Exploring approximate solutions to general relativity and their consequences, this textbook offers a unique presentation of Einstein’s theory by developing powerful methods that can be applied to astrophysical systems. Ideal for graduate courses on general relativity and relativistic astrophysics, the book examines real-life systems and features over 100 exercises. ‘This remarkable book gives a superb pedagogical treatment of topics that are crucial for modern astrophysics and gravitational-wave science, but (sadly) are generally omitted from textbooks on general relativity, or treated much too briefly. With enthusiasm, I recommend this book
to all astrophysicists, gravitational physicists, and students of these subjects.’ Kip S. Thorne, California Institute of Technology 2014 246 x 189 mm 792pp 40 b/w illus. 141 exercises 978-1-107-03286-6 Hardback £50.00 / US$85.00 For all formats available, see
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Modern Particle Physics Mark Thomson University of Cambridge
A comprehensive, up-to-date textbook integrating experimental results, including discovery of the Higgs boson, to convey the excitement of particle physics. ‘This advanced undergraduate textbook provides an excellent introduction to one of the most exciting areas of modern physics. It combines a pedagogical ‘from first principles’ approach with a comprehensive survey of the latest developments in particle physics, including the recent discovery of the Higgs boson. Thoroughly recommended for both students and teachers alike.’ James Stirling, Imperial College London
Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. Underlying concepts; 3. Decay rates and cross sections; 4. The Dirac equation; 5. Interaction by particle exchange; 6. Electron-positron annihilation; 7. Electron-proton elastic scattering; 8. Deep inelastic scattering; 9. Symmetries and the quark model; 10. Quantum chromodynamics; 11. The weak interaction; 12. The weak interactions of leptons; 13. Neutrinos and neutrino oscillations; 14. CP violation and weak hadronic interactions; 15. Electroweak unification; 16. Tests of the Standard Model; 17. The Higgs boson; 18. The Standard Model and beyond; Appendixes; References; Further reading; Index. 2013 246 x 189 mm 570pp 147 b/w illus. 175 exercises 978-1-107-03426-6 Hardback £40.00 / US$75.00 For all formats available, see
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Inflation and String Theory Daniel Baumann University of Cambridge
and Liam McAllister Cornell University, New York
This accessible volume provides the cosmological and string-theoretic background necessary to understand inflation in string theory. Presenting
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a modern treatment of inflationary cosmology and its connections to string theory and elementary particle theory, this is a self-contained resource for graduate students and researchers in string theory, cosmology, and related fields. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics
2015 247 x 174 mm 336pp 64 b/w illus. 978-1-107-08969-3 Hardback £65.00 / US$99.00 Publication February 2015 For all formats available, see
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Gravity and Strings Second edition Tomás Ortín Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
Self-contained, comprehensive, and consistent, this definitive new edition is a unique resource for graduate students and researchers in theoretical physics. This second edition contains over 300 pages of new material, covers an extensive array of topics, and is accompanied by an exhaustive index and bibliography. An exceptional reference work. Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics
2015 247 x 174 mm 1048pp 43 b/w illus. 978-0-521-76813-9 Hardback £90.00 / US$150.00 Publication February 2015 For all formats available, see
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Asteroids Relics of Ancient Time Michael K. Shepard Bloomsburg University
Where do asteroids come from and what are they made of? What clues do they hold about the evolution of the Solar System? Scientists have catalogued hundreds of thousands of asteroids, and many are thought to contain water and amino acids, the building blocks of life. Michael Shepard tells the fascinating story of their discovery, and what they can tell us about the history of our own planet. He describes how we find and study asteroids, what they look like through the eyes of powerful telescopes and spacecraft, and plans for future sample return missions. This timely
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Planetary science and astrobiology / Also of interest book interweaves accessible scientific explanations with historical background and personal narrative, providing an engaging read for anyone curious about asteroids and what they may mean for our future – both as threats and opportunities. 2015 228 x 152 mm 330pp 92 b/w illus. 8 tables 978-1-107-06144-6 Hardback £19.99 / US$29.99 Publication April 2015 For all formats available, see
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Extraterrestrial Seismology Edited by Vincent C. H. Tong Birkbeck College, University of London
and Rafael A. García Centre Commissariat à l’Energie Atomique (CEA), Saclay
This unique book takes a transdisciplinary approach to seismology, reviewing the most recent developments in planetary seismology, helioseismology, and asteroseismology. With contributions from leading scientists, it systematically outlines the techniques used in observation, data processing, and modelling in these extraterrestrial contexts, making this an invaluable resource for postgraduates and academics. 2015 247 x 174 mm 465pp 142 b/w illus. 41 colour illus. 978-1-107-04172-1 Hardback £80.00 / US$140.00 Publication April 2015 For all formats available, see
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Life beyond Earth The Search for Habitable Worlds in the Universe Athena Coustenis Observatoire de Paris, Meudon
and Thérèse Encrenaz Observatoire de Paris, Meudon
An engaging account of our quest for habitable environments, recounting fascinating recent discoveries and providing insight into future space missions. 2013 228 x 152 mm 296pp 120 b/w illus. 32 colour illus. 978-1-107-02617-9 Hardback £19.99 / US$29.99 For all formats available, see
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Planetary Habitability Pamela Gales Conrad
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NASA-Goddard Space Flight Center
Planetary Habitability approaches habitability holistically and utilises a complete range of environmental data including both physical and chemical attributes. Highlighting the importance of analogue studies, it is a practical manual for field astrobiologists and an important reference for those involved in planetary exploration. Cambridge Astrobiology
2015 247 x 174 mm 530pp 39 b/w illus. 14 tables 978-0-521-51671-6 Hardback c. £80.00 / c. US$130.00 Publication September 2015 For all formats available, see
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An Introduction to Space Plasma Complexity Tom Tien Sun Chang Massachusetts Institute of Technology
This book presents select examples of complexity phenomena related to observed plasma processes in the space environment, such as those pertaining to the solar corona, the interplanetary medium, and Earth’s magnetosphere and ionosphere. Readers will be able to apply the concepts and methodologies to their own research interests and activities. Cambridge Atmospheric and Space Science Series
2015 253 x 177 mm 192pp 77 b/w illus. 22 colour illus. 978-0-521-64262-0 Hardback £65.00 / US$99.00 Publication April 2015 For all formats available, see
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Planetary Rings A Post-Equinox View Second edition Larry Esposito University of Colorado, Boulder
Providing the latest results from the Cassini mission, this up-to-date new edition covers all aspects of planetary rings. Cambridge Planetary Science, 15
2014 247 x 174 mm 258pp 90 b/w illus. 25 colour illus. 3 tables 978-1-107-02882-1 Hardback £75.00 / US$120.00 For all formats available, see
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Applied Thermodynamics for Meteorologists Sam Miller Plymouth State University
This textbook on atmospheric thermodynamics is for students of meteorology or atmospheric science. It also serves as a reference text for working professionals in meteorology and weather forecasting. It is unique because it provides complete, calculusbased derivations of basic physics, and connects mathematical relationships to practical weather forecasting applications. Contents: 1. Basic concepts and terminology; 2. Equations of state; 3. Work, heat, and temperature; 4. The first law of thermodynamics; 5. Adiabatic processes; 6. The second law of thermodynamics; 7. Water vapor and phase transitions; 8. Moisture considerations: effects on temperature; 9. Atmospheric statics; 10. Model and standard atmospheres; 11. Stability; 12. Severe weather applications; Index. 2015 253 x 177 mm 376pp 39 b/w illus. 52 colour illus. 52 tables 142 exercises 978-1-107-10071-8 Hardback £44.99 / US$84.99 Publication July 2015 For all formats available, see
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A Student’s Guide to Waves Daniel Fleisch Wittenberg University, Ohio
and Laura Kinnaman Wabash College, Indiana
Written to complement course textbooks, this book focuses on the topics that students find most difficult. It uses plain language to explain fundamental ideas, and features exercises and fully-worked examples. Ideal for undergraduates in physics and engineering, the book is supported by a suite of online resources. 2015 228 x 152 mm 225pp 109 b/w illus. 60 exercises 978-1-107-05486-8 Hardback c. £40.00 / c. US$65.00 978-1-107-64326-0 Paperback c. £16.99 / c. US$26.99 Publication March 2015 For all formats available, see
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Also of interest The Art of Electronics Third edition Paul Horowitz Harvard University, Massachusetts
and Winfield Hill Rowland Institute of Science, Harvard University, Massachusetts
At long last, here is the thoroughly revised and updated, and longanticipated, third edition of the hugely successful The Art of Electronics. Widely accepted as the best single authoritative text on electronic circuit design, it will be an indispensable reference and the gold standard for anyone in the field. Advance praise: ‘Who among us has not kept a cherished copy of AoE on our workbench throughout our careers? Engineers, hackers and makers of all stripes, rejoice for the third edition … has been worth the wait! Packed with tons of delicious knowledge to navigate electronics in both work and hobby. An encyclopedia of electronics knowledge, [The Art of Electronics] is a pleasure to read through for tips and tricks and is a unbeatable resource! Take a day out to read a chapter – you will learn things you didn’t even know you didn’t know. Or, refer to the pinouts, diagrams, and techniques as necessary to guide you through a difficult project. If you think electrical engineering is magical then you must pick up this tome!’ Limor ‘Ladyada’ Fried, Adafruit Industries 2015 253 x 203 mm 1224pp 1470 b/w illus. 78 tables 978-0-521-80926-9 Hardback £59.99 / US$120.00 Publication May 2015 For all formats available, see
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The Singular Universe and the Reality of Time A Proposal in Natural Philosophy Roberto Mangabeira Unger Harvard Law School, Massachusetts
and Lee Smolin Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Canada
Cosmology is in crisis. The more we discover, the more puzzling the universe appears to be. How and why are the laws of nature what they are? A philosopher and a physicist, worldrenowned for their radical ideas in their fields, argue for a revolution. To keep cosmology scientific, we must replace the old view in which the universe is governed by immutable laws by a new one in which laws evolve. Then we can hope to explain them. The revolution that Roberto Mangabeira Unger and Lee Smolin propose relies on three central ideas. There is only one universe
at a time. Time is real: everything in the structure and regularities of nature changes sooner or later. Mathematics, which has trouble with time, is not the oracle of nature and the prophet of science; it is simply a tool with great power and immense limitations. The argument is readily accessible to nonscientists as well as to the physicists and cosmologists whom it challenges. ‘It might be one of the most important books of our time … Right or wrong, this book is an event.’ Bryan Appleyard, The Sunday Times 2015 228 x 152 mm 566pp 978-1-107-07406-4 Hardback £19.99 / US$29.99 For all formats available, see
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Science and Human Experience Values, Culture, and the Mind Leon N. Cooper Brown University, Rhode Island
Does science have limits? Where does order come from? Can we understand consciousness? Written by Nobel Laureate Leon N. Cooper, this book places pressing scientific questions in the broader context of how they relate to human experience. Widely considered to be a highly original thinker, Cooper has written and given talks on a large variety of subjects, ranging from the relationship between art and science, possible limits of science, to the relevance of the Turing test. These essays and talks have been brought together for the first time in this fascinating book, giving readers an opportunity to experience Cooper’s unique perspective on a range of subjects. Tackling a diverse spectrum of topics, from the conflict of faith and science to whether understanding neural networks could lead to machines that think like humans, this book will captivate anyone interested in the interaction of science with society. ‘As a scientist and a humanist, Cooper is well-versed in philosophy, literature, art, and the practicalities of making science serve humanity, as opposed to being in thrall to special interests. His intellectual open-mindedness and compelling prose style make Science and Human Experience a thoughtprovoking pleasure to read.’ Peter Byrne, author of The Many Worlds of Hugh Everett III: Multiple Universes, Mutual Assured Destruction, and the Meltdown of a Nuclear Family
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2014 216 x 138 mm 256pp 33 b/w illus. 978-1-107-04317-6 Hardback £17.99 / US$28.99 For all formats available, see
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Introduction to Elementary Particle Physics Second edition Alessandro Bettini Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy
Provides fully updated coverage of undergraduate particle physics, including the Higgs boson discovery, with an emphasis on physics over mathematics. Review of the first edition: ‘There are many gems within these pages … The author has managed to bring out the importance of experiment in the field, and to explain both the reasoning and the difficulties behind these experiments, but does not get bogged down in minutiae. We are left with an excellent introduction to the thinking behind modern quantum field theory.’ Todd Huffman, University of Oxford
Contents: Preface to the first edition; Preface to the second edition; 1. Preliminary notions; 2. Nucleons, leptons and mesons; 3. Symmetries; 4. Hadrons; 5. Quantum electrodynamics; 6. Chromodynamics; 7. Weak interactions; 8. The neutral mesons oscillations and CP violation; 9. The standard model; 10. Neutrinos; 11. Epilogue; Appendixes; References; Index. 2014 246 x 189 mm 489pp 265 b/w illus. 264 exercises 978-1-107-05040-2 Hardback £40.00 / US$75.00 For all formats available, see
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A Student’s Guide to Lagrangians and Hamiltonians Patrick Hamill San José State University, California
A concise treatment of variational techniques, focussing on Lagrangian and Hamiltonian systems, ideal for physics, engineering and mathematics students. 2013 228 x 152 mm 184pp 26 b/w illus. 143 exercises 978-1-107-04288-9 Hardback £40.00 / US$75.00 978-1-107-61752-0 Paperback £16.99 / US$28.99 For all formats available, see
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Also of interest Methods of Applied Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists Tomas B. Co Michigan Technological University
This engineering mathematics textbook is rich with examples, applications and exercises, and emphasises applying matrices. 2013 253 x 177 mm 582pp 176 b/w illus. 52 tables 298 exercises 978-1-107-00412-2 Hardback £75.00 / US$135.00 For all formats available, see
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Statistical Data Analysis for the Physical Sciences Adrian Bevan Queen Mary, University of London
A modern introduction to statistics for undergraduates in physics, with worked examples and case studies to illustrate techniques presented. 2013 247 x 174 mm 229pp 52 b/w illus. 132 exercises 978-1-107-03001-5 Hardback £44.99 / US$84.99 978-1-107-67034-1 Paperback £20.99 / US$34.99 For all formats available, see
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The Art of Lecturing A Practical Guide to Successful University Lectures and Business Presentations Parham Aarabi University of Toronto
An accessible, example-based guide to effective strategies for successful academic and business lectures. 2007 228 x 152 mm 166pp 978-0-521-70352-9 Paperback £17.99 / US$29.99 For all formats available, see
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The Cambridge Companion to Einstein Edited by Michel Janssen University of Minnesota
and Christoph Lehner Max-Planck-Institut für Wissenschaftsgeschichte, Berlin
These fourteen essays by leading historians and philosophers of science introduce the reader to the work of Albert Einstein. Following an introduction that places Einstein’s work in the context of his life and times, the essays explain his main contributions to
physics in terms that are accessible to a general audience. Cambridge Companions to Philosophy
2014 228 x 152 mm 575pp 47 b/w illus. 978-0-521-82834-5 Hardback £65.00 / US$99.00 978-0-521-53542-7 Paperback £22.99 / US$36.99 For all formats available, see
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The Golem at Large What You Should Know about Technology Harry Collins University of Bath
and Trevor Pinch Cornell University, New York
In the very successful and widely discussed first volume in the Golem series, The Golem: What You Should Know about Science, Harry Collins and Trevor Pinch likened science to the Golem, a creature from Jewish mythology, a powerful creature which, while not evil, can be dangerous because it is clumsy. In this second volume, the authors now consider the Golem of technology. In a series of case studies they demonstrate that the imperfections in technology are related to the uncertainties in science described in the first volume. The case studies cover the role of the Patriot anti-missile missile in the Gulf War, the Challenger space shuttle explosion, tests of nuclear fuel flasks and of anti-misting kerosene as a fuel for airplanes, economic modeling, the question of the origins of oil, analysis of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, and the contribution of lay expertise to the analysis of treatments for AIDS. ‘Of the many impressive texts that use case studies to convey ‘what you should know about technology’, The Golem at Large is the clearest and simplest.’ Barry Barnes, Nature Canto Classics
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Aarabi, Parham......................................12 Accretion Processes in Astrophysics..........4 Amendola, Luca.......................................9 Analysis of Starlight, The...........................7 Applied Thermodynamics for Meteorologists....................................10 Art of Electronics, The.............................11 Art of Lecturing, The...............................12 Asteroids.................................................9 Asteroseismology.....................................4 Astrophysics Processes.............................3 Astrophysics through Computation...........4 Atlas of Great Comets..............................5 Atlas of Meteorites...................................1
Filippenko, Alex........................................8 Fleisch, Daniel.................................... 8, 10 Formation, Detection, and Characterization of Extrasolar Habitable Planets (IAU S293).................7
Magnetic Fields throughout Stellar Evolution (IAU S302).............................4 Magneto-hydrodynamics of the Sun..........6 Magnetoconvection..................................6 Mars: An Introduction to its Interior, Surface and Atmosphere........................2 Mathews, P. M..........................................1 Matthews, Janice R...................................8 Matthews, Robert W.................................8 McAllister, Liam........................................9 Meisel, David...........................................4 Methods of Applied Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists......................12 Mickaelian, Areg M..................................5 Miller, Sam.............................................10 Mishchenko, Michael I..............................3 Modern Particle Physics............................9 Moggi Cecchi, Vanni.................................1 Morison, Ian.............................................5 Müller-Wodarg, Ingo................................2 Multiwavelength AGN Surveys and Studies (IAU S304)................................5
B Barlow, Nadine........................................2 Barnard, Edward Emerson........................7 Baumann, Daniel......................................9 Bertin, Giuseppe.......................................3 Bettini, Alessandro.................................11 Bevan, Adrian.........................................12 Bradt, Hale...............................................3 Burke, Bernard F.......................................3
C Cambridge Companion to Einstein, The...12 Cami, Jan.................................................4 Carswell, Bob...........................................3 Casares Velázquez, Jorge..........................4 Chang, Tom Tien Sun..............................10 Chaplin, William J.....................................6 Clarke, Cathie...........................................3 Co, Tomas B...........................................12 Collins, Harry..........................................12 Conrad, Pamela Gales............................10 Cooper, Leon N.......................................11 Cordo, Paul..............................................8 Cosmos, The.............................................8 Coustenis, Athena..................................10 Cox, Nick L. J............................................4 Cravens, Thomas E....................................2 Crotts, Arlin..............................................1
D Dark Energy.............................................9 Dark Matter Problem, The.........................5 de Pater, Imke..........................................1 Dehant, V.................................................1 Dick, Steven J...........................................7 Diffuse Interstellar Bands (IAU S297, The..4 Discovery and Classification in Astronomy.7 Dobek, Gerald Orin...................................7 Dunlop, Storm..........................................5 Dynamics of Galaxies...............................3
E Electromagnetic Scattering by Particles and Particle Groups...............................3 Encrenaz, Thérèse...................................10 Encyclopedia of the History of Astronomy and Astrophysics..................7 Esposito, Larry........................................10 Esteban, César.........................................4 Exoplanet Handbook, The.........................6 Extraterrestrial Seismology......................10
G Gail, Hans-Peter.......................................4 Galactic Center (IAU S303, The.................5 García, Rafael A......................................10 Golem at Large, The...............................12 Golub, Leon.............................................6 González Martínez-País, Ignacio...............4 Grady, Monica..........................................1 Graham-Smith, Francis..............................3 Gravity.....................................................9 Gravity and Strings...................................9 Green, Simon F.........................................2 Griffith, Caitlin A......................................2 Guzik, Joyce A..........................................6
H Haghighipour, Nader................................7 Hamill, Patrick........................................11 Handler, Gerald........................................6 Harwit, Martin..........................................7 Hearnshaw, John B...................................7 Hill, Winfield..........................................11 Horowitz, Paul........................................11
I In Search of the True Universe...................7 Inflation and String Theory........................9 Introduction to Elementary Particle Physics................................................11 Introduction to Galaxies and Cosmology, An........................................................2 Introduction to Practical Laboratory Optics, An..............................................7 Introduction to Radio Astronomy, An.........3 Introduction to Space Plasma Complexity, An....................................10 Introduction to the Sun and Stars, An........2
J James, J. F.................................................7 Janssen, Michel......................................12 Jardine, Moira..........................................4 Jones, Mark H..........................................2 Journey through the Universe, A................5
K Kinnaman, Laura....................................10 Koberlein, Brian........................................4 Kregenow, Julia........................................8 Krishan, Vinod..........................................6
L Lambourne, Robert J. A.............................2 Lang, Cornelia C.......................................5 Lehner, Christoph...................................12 Lellouch, Emmanuel.................................2 Leverington, David...................................7 Life beyond Earth...................................10 Lissauer, Jack J..........................................1
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N Nearest Star.............................................6 Netzer, Hagai...........................................4 New Moon, The........................................1
O Observational Molecular Astronomy..........4 Ortín, Tomás.............................................9 Oster, Sandra............................................8 Ott, Juergen.............................................5
P Pallé, Pere L..............................................4 Pasachoff, Jay M................................... 6, 8 Perryman, Michael....................................6 Petit, Pascal..............................................4 Photographic Atlas of Selected Regions of the Milky Way, A................................7 Physics and Chemistry of Circumstellar Dust Shells............................................4 Physics and Evolution of Active Galactic Nuclei, The............................................4 Pigulski, Andrzej.......................................6 Pinch, Trevor...........................................12 Planetary Habitability.............................10 Planetary Rings......................................10 Planetary Sciences....................................1 Plasmas...................................................6 Poisson, Eric.............................................9 Pratesi, Giovanni......................................1 Precession, Nutation and Wobble of the Earth.....................................................1 Precision Asteroseismology (IAU S301).....6 Priest, Eric................................................6 Principles of Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics.3 Proctor, M. R. E.........................................6
R Revealing the Heart of the Galaxy.............7
S Sanders, David B.......................................5 Sanders, Robert H................................. 5, 7
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Student’s Guide to Lagrangians and Hamiltonians, A...................................11 Student’s Guide to the Mathematics of Astronomy, A.........................................8 Student’s Guide to Waves, A...................10 Successful Grant Proposals in Science, Technology and Medicine......................8 Successful Scientific Writing......................8
T Taylor, Fredric W........................................1 Thomson, Mark........................................9 Titan........................................................2 Tong, Vincent C. H..................................10 Tsujikawa, Shinji......................................9
U Unger, Roberto Mangabeira....................11
V Viti, Serena..............................................4
W Weiss, N. O...............................................6 Will, Clifford M.........................................9 Williams, David A.....................................4
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