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Visions of Heaven: The Mysteries of the Universe Revealed, the Hubble Space Tele
By Tom Wilkie
1998 • Hardcover • Hodder & Stoughton
Description
Visions of Heaven: The Mysteries of the Universe Revealed by the Hubble Space Telescope Prose Books by Tom Wilkie.
Synopsis
Title: Visions of Heaven: The Mysteries of the Universe Revealed by the Hubble Space Telescope
Author/Publisher: Tom Wilkie, Hodder & Stoughton
Publication Year: 1998
Format: Large format Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Published in 1998, *Visions of Heaven* by Tom Wilkie invites readers on a breathtaking journey through the cosmos, presenting the profound discoveries and awe-inspiring imagery captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. This non-fiction work stands as a testament to humanity's quest to unravel the universe's deepest mysteries.
At a pivotal time in astronomical history, this book showcases how Hubble revolutionised our understanding of distant galaxies, nebulae, star birth, and planetary systems, bringing the wonders of space into vivid focus for a global audience.
- Hubble's Photographic Legacy: The book is richly illustrated with iconic images from the Hubble Space Telescope, offering unprecedented, high-resolution views of celestial phenomena that redefined popular and scientific perceptions of the cosmos.
- Cosmic Revelations: Wilkie delves into the significant scientific discoveries enabled by Hubble's observations, from measuring the universe's expansion rate to exploring the early stages of star and galaxy formation.
- A 1998 Perspective: As a publication from 1998, it captures the cutting-edge astronomical knowledge and the excitement surrounding the telescope's first decade of operational success, chronicling its early major contributions to space science.
This First Edition, with its vivid illustrations and insightful narrative, offers a valuable record of a transformative period in astronomy. It will appeal to collectors of vintage science books, enthusiasts of space exploration, and anyone captivated by the visual majesty of the universe as revealed by humanity's most famous orbital observatory.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Publisher | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Year | 1998 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Astronomy & Space Science |
| Topic | Astronomy |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Visions of Heaven: The Mysteries of the Universe Revealed by t… |
| Item Height | 26.7 cm |
| Item Length | 21 cm |
| Item Weight | 1051 g |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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