Glimpsing an Invisible Universe
Author | : Richard F. Hirsh |
Publisher | : CUP Archive |
Total Pages | : 198 |
Release | : 1983-10-13 |
ISBN-10 | : 0521251214 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780521251211 |
Rating | : 4/5 (211 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Glimpsing an Invisible Universe by : Richard F. Hirsh
Download or read book Glimpsing an Invisible Universe written by Richard F. Hirsh and published by CUP Archive. This book was released on 1983-10-13 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with the evolution of X-ray astronomy during the initial phases of its development. Three transformations of astronomy as a discipline are highlighted: the augmentation of purely optical observations; the emergence of federal funding as the dominant source of financial support; and the greatly altered size and structure of the research community.