The Birth And Death Of The Sun
by George Gamow
Publisher: Dover Publications 1940
ISBN/ASIN: 0486442314
ISBN-13: 9780486442310
Number of pages: 256
Description:
In this fascinating book, a renowned physicist outlines the discoveries and theories that illuminate the evolution of our world. One of the founders of Big Bang theory, George Gamow employs language that's both scientifically accurate and easy to understand as he traces the development of atomic theory. 1940 edition.
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