Origins of Life in the Universe

by Michael Rampino and Robert Jastrow

Book Overview

This concise and beautifully illustrated book traces the evolution of the Cosmos from the Big Bang to the development of intelligent life on Earth, conveying clear science in an engaging narrative. By mapping the history of the Universe for introductory science and astrobiology course for non-science majors, this book explores many of the most fascinating questions in science. What is the origin of the Universe? How do stars and planets form? How...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521532833
• ISBN13: 9780521532839
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 2.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.5"