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1934137782
Book Title
Starlight Detectives : How Astronomers, Inventors, and Eccentrics Discovered the Modern Universe
Item Length
9in
Publisher
Bellevue Literary Press
Publication Year
2014
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
1in
Author
Alan Hirshfeld
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, Science
Topic
Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Astronomy, Science & Technology
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
19 Oz
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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A wondrous tale of cosmic exploration and the colorful characters who ushered astronomy into the modern age

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Publisher
Bellevue Literary Press
ISBN-10
1934137782
ISBN-13
9781934137789
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172457378

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Book Title
Starlight Detectives : How Astronomers, Inventors, and Eccentrics Discovered the Modern Universe
Author
Alan Hirshfeld
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Physics / Astrophysics, Cosmology, Astronomy, Science & Technology
Publication Year
2014
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, Science
Number of Pages
400 Pages

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Item Length
9in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
19 Oz

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Qb32.H57 2014
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Discover magazine Top 5 Summer Read" A masterful balance of science, history and rich narrative." — Discover magazine Highly illuminating. . . . A delightful, detailed chronicle of great men (and a rare woman) whose fascination with the night sky and the technology necessary to study it led to today's dramatic discoveries." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A well-written and enjoyable title for astronomers—professional and amateur alike—as well as science history fans." — Library Journal Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750–1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude, Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe, Discover magazine Top 5 Summer Read" Scientific American Recommended" feature review A masterful balance of science, history and rich narrative." — Discover magazine Astrophysicist Hirshfeld chronicles the radical changes in our conception of the cosmos." — Scientific American Th[e] race to see deep space is told with palpable relish. . . . No less rousing is Hirshfeld's rendition of the coda, as Edwin Hubble—using the 2.5-metre reflector telescope at Mount Wilson, California—discovered the expansion of the Universe and opened up the cosmos." — Nature: International Weekly Journal of Science Highly illuminating. . . . A delightful, detailed chronicle of great men (and a rare woman) whose fascination with the night sky and the technology necessary to study it led to today's dramatic discoveries." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A well-written and enjoyable title for astronomers—professional and amateur alike—as well as science history fans." — Library Journal Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750–1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude, Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750--1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude, Discover magazine Top 5 Summer Read" Scientific American Recommended" feature review A masterful balance of science, history and rich narrative." — Discover magazine Astrophysicist Hirshfeld chronicles the radical changes in our conception of the cosmos." — Scientific American Highly illuminating. . . . A delightful, detailed chronicle of great men (and a rare woman) whose fascination with the night sky and the technology necessary to study it led to today's dramatic discoveries." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) A well-written and enjoyable title for astronomers—professional and amateur alike—as well as science history fans." — Library Journal Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750–1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude, Discover magazine Top 5 Summer Read" A masterful balance of science, history and rich narrative." — Discover magazine Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750--1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude, Discover magazine Top 5 Summer Read" A masterful balance of science, history and rich narrative." — Discover magazine Highly illuminating. . . . A delightful, detailed chronicle of great men (and a rare woman) whose fascination with the night sky and the technology necessary to study it led to today's dramatic discoveries." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Beautifully written, Starlight Detectives reminds us how the wonders of the modern universe would never have been possible without the ingenious advances made by pioneering scientists in the nineteenth century. They were the ones who first learned how to read the messages hidden within a star's radiations. With his poetic eye on the nighttime sky, Alan Hirshfeld engagingly shows how science arrived, step by step, at its revolutionary discovery that we live in but one galaxy amid multitudes flying outward in an expanding universe. A must-read for astronomy and history of science aficionados alike." — MARCIA BARTUSIAK , author of The Day We Found the Universe and Archives of the Universe Hirshfeld documents how the practice of astronomy changed between 1840 and 1940 thanks to innovative pioneers whose efforts made it possible to capture and preserve otherwise faint and fleeting images, and to decipher the cryptographic messages found in the light of celestial bodies. His riveting narrative brings to life their challenges, failures, and successes. It will captivate all who have observed the night sky." — BARBARA J. BECKER , author of Unravelling Starlight: William and Margaret Huggins and the Rise of the New Astronomy Writing this book would ideally require an author with an extensive knowledge of astronomy, including astronomical instruments, a deep understanding of the ways of thought of astronomers, a broad range of historical knowledge, and an exceptional skill at making astronomical ideas clear and engaging. Alan Hirshfeld possesses all of these skills. His Starlight Detectives is remarkable." — MICHAEL C. CROWE , author of The Extraterrestrial Life Debate, 1750--1900 A thrilling historical account of the rise of astrophysics, the early years of astronomical photography and spectroscopy, and the innovations that transformed the astronomical telescope in the nineteenth century. Alan Hirshfeld's thoroughly researched narrative is accessible, entertaining, and scholarly, and includes many pioneers who have been overlooked until now. I greatly admire this outstanding contribution to the history of astronomy." — SIMON MITTON , co-author of Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Mysteries of the Invisible Universe and author of Fred Hoyle: A Life in Science Starlight Detectives is just the sort of richly veined book I love to read—full of scientific history and discoveries, peopled by real heroes and rogues, and told with absolute authority. Alan Hirshfeld's wide, deep knowledge of astronomy arises not only from the most careful scholarship, but also from the years he's spent at the telescope, posing his own questions to the stars." — DAVA SOBEL , author of A More Perfect Heaven: How Copernicus Revolutionized the Cosmos and Longitude
Table of Content
Introduction Prologue Part I: Picturing the Heavens 1. Writing with Light 2. True Eye and Faithful Hand 3. The Ingenious Mechanic of Dorchester 4. Summits of Silver 5. The Man with the Oil-Can 6. The Evangelists 7. The Aristocrat and the Artisan 8. Passion is Good, Obsession is Better 9. From Closet to Cosmos 10. Leaves of Glass 11. The Grandest Failure 12. An Uncivil War Part II: Seeing the Light 13. The Odd Couple 14. What's My Line? 15. Laboratory of Light 16. Deconstructing the Sun 17. A Strange Cryptography 18. Trumpets and Telescopes 19. Burn This Note 20. A Spectacle of Suns 21. The Cloud That Wasn't There 22. The Union of Two Astronomies Part III: Money, Mirrors, and Madness 23. Mr. Hale of Chicago 24. The Universe in the Mirror 25. Threads to a Web Part IV: Expanding Horizons 26. Size Matters 27. A Night to Remember 28. Oculis subjecta fidelibus Appendix Notes Bibliography Acknowledgements Index
Copyright Date
2014
Target Audience
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2012-278148
Dewey Decimal
523.1
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes

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