Martin Rees Books

"Universe reveals space in all its awe-inspiring wonder"--Jacket.

Exceptional full-color photographs representing the latest captures from space telescopes and detailed digital artwork enhance a comprehensive study of the world of outer space, from Earth's closest neighbors in the solar system to the farthest galaxies, documenting the planets, their moons, stars, galaxies, supernovas, and other celestial phenomena.

Our universe seems strangely ¿biophilic,¿ or hospitable to life. Is this providence or coincidence? According to Martin Rees, the answer depends on the answer to another question, the one posed by Einstein¿s famous remark: ¿What interests me most is whether God could have made the world differently.¿ This highly engaging book centres on the fascinating consequences of the answer being ¿yes¿. Rees explores the notion that our universe is just part of a vast ¿multiverse,¿ or ensemble of universes, in which most of the other universes are lifeless. What we call the laws of nature would then be local bylaws, imposed in the aftermath of our own Big Bang. In this scenario, our cosmic habitat would be a special, possibly unique universe where the prevailing laws of physics allowed life to emerge. Expanding our comprehension of the cosmos, OUR COSMIC HABITAT will be read and enjoyed by all those - scientists and non-scientists alike - who are as fascinated by the universe we inhabit, as is the author himself.

In this exploration of our relationshop with the universe, the authors search for the grand design of the universe and the meaning of the so-called coincidences that allow life to exist on our planet. They present the latest advances in understanding of the nature of dark matter, explore mini and massive black holes, brown dwarfs and novel forms of matter such as quarks and quark nuggets. They discuss the search for a unified theory of all the particles and forces of nature: cosmic strings, superstrings and the possibility of a theory of everything. The authors also speculate on the possibility of the existence of other universes and of other intelligent life in our own.

A scientist known for unraveling the complexities of the universe over millions of years, Sir Rees now warns that humankind is potentially the maker of its own demise--and that of the cosmos. With clarity and precision, he maps out the ways technology could destroy the species and foreclose the potential of a living universe whose evolution has just begun

There has never been a time when ‘following the science’ has been more important for humanity. At no other point in history have we had such advanced knowledge and technology at our fingertips, nor had such astonishing capacity to determine the future of our planet. But the decisions we must make on how science is applied belong outside the lab and should be the outcome of wide public debate. For that to happen, science needs to become part of our common culture. Science is not just for scientists: if it were, it could never save us from the multiple crises we face. For science can save us, if its innovations mesh carefully into society and its applications are channelled for the common good. As Martin Rees argues in this expert and personal analysis of the scientific endeavour on which we all depend, we need to think globally, we need to think rationally and we need to think long-term, empowered by twenty-first-century technology but guided by values that science alone cannot provide.

Astronomer Royal Martin Rees shows how the behaviour and origins of the universe can be explained by just six numbers.

"Humanity has reached a critical moment. Our world is unsettled and rapidly changing, and we face existential risks over the next century. Various outcomes--good and bad--are possible. Yet our approach to the future is characterized by short-term thinking, polarizing debates, alarmist rhetoric, and pessimism. In this short, exhilarating book, renowned scientist and bestselling author Martin Rees argues that humanity's prospects depend on our taking a very different approach to planning for tomorrow. The future of humanity is bound to the future of science and hinges on how successfully we harness technological advances to address our challenges. If we are to use science to solve our problems while avoiding its dystopian risks, we must think rationally, globally, collectively, and optimistically about the long term. Advances in biotechnology, cybertechnology, robotics, and artificial intelligence--if pursued and applied wisely--could empower us to boost the developing and developed world and overcome the threats humanity faces on Earth, from climate change to nuclear war. At the same time, further advances in space science will allow humans to explore the solar system and beyond with robots and AI. But there is no "Plan B" for Earth--no viable alternative within reach if we do not care for our home planet. Rich with fascinating insights into cutting-edge science and technology, this accessible book will captivate anyone who wants to understand the critical issues that will define the future of humanity on Earth and beyond."-- Provided by publisher

Die Inhalte aus dem Weltraum-Buch im Überblick: Das All und seine Erforschung: Das Kapitel erklärt die wichtigsten Theorien zur Entstehung, dem möglichen Ende des Universums und zu den im Weltall befindlichen Objekten. Zudem erfahren Sie, wie die Bewegungen der Erde unser Bild des Alls beeinflussen und erhalten eine kurze Geschichte der Astronomie und Raumfahrt - Das Weltall: Erhalten Sie einen umfassenden Überblick über unser Sonnensystem, die Milchstrasse und die Galaxien jenseits unserer eigenen. Mit einführenden Erläuterungen zu den verschiedenen Himmelskörpern und detaillierten Einzelprofilen der Planeten, Sterne, Sternenhaufen, Galaxien usw. - Der Sternenhimmel: Das Schlusskapitel enthält einen umfassenden Sternenatlas mit Einträgen zu den Sternenkonstellationen, von Andromeda bis Ursa Major, und den jeweiligen Himmelskörpern. Im zweiten Abschnitt finden Sie Himmelskarten für jeden Monat des Jahres, von der nördlichen und südlichen Hemisphäre aus betrachtet