Sizing Up the Universe
Sizing Up the Universe by Robert J. Vanderbei, published by National Geographic on November 23, 2010, is a visually engaging exploration of the vastness of space. This 240-page book presents an innovative approach to understanding the immense proportions of the cosmos, drawing on the expertise of Princeton University professors Richard Gott and Robert Vanderbei. Through scaled maps, object comparisons, and stunning space photography, the book illustrates the actual sizes of various celestial objects, from Buzz Aldrin’s historic footprint to the expansive visible universe.
Readers will find clear and accessible explanations that help demystify the concept of cosmic scale. The book includes visual comparisons that enhance comprehension of the universe’s vastness, making complex ideas more relatable. Additionally, it features the first-ever publication of the authors’ 1.5-million-selling Map of the Universe, presented on an oversize foldout page to showcase the intricate details of satellites, planets, stars, and galaxies. This edition serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in science and the wonders of the universe.
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Sizing Up the Universe reveals an ingenious new way to envision the outsize proportions of space, based on the work of Princeton University professors Richard Gott and Robert Vanderbei. Using scaled maps, object comparisons, and beautiful space photographs, it demonstrates the actual size of objects in the cosmos—from Buzz Aldrin’s historic footprint to the visible universe and beyond. The authors offer visual comparisons with astonishing precision and maximum reader-friendliness, conveying clear and understandable explanations of unimaginable vastness. Plus, as an unprecedented bonus, their 1.5-million-selling Map of the Universe is published here for the first time ever in a book—presented on an oversize foldout page that maximizes its eye-popping presentation of satellites, planets, stars, and galaxies.
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