Cosmology and controversy: the historical development of two theories of the universe
Auteur :
Kragh, Helge
Éditeur :
Princeton University Press
ISBN :
9780691005461
Date de publication :
14 mars 1999
Dimensions :
25,4 x 19,7 cm
Poids :
709 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Presents the development of scientific cosmology as a historical event, one that embroiled many scientists in a controversy over the very notion of an evolving universe with a beginning in time. This work examines how the big-bang theory drew inspiration from and eventually triumphed over rival views.