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The Expanding Universe : Astronomy's 'Great Debate', 1900-1931
The Expanding Universe Astronomy's 'Great Debate' 19001931 Author:Arthur Eddington Long out of print, this classic book investigates the experimental determination of one of the fundamental constants of astrophysics and its significance for astronmy. The Expanding Universe offers a unique sidelight on the history of ideas and Eddington's artistry; his evident enjoyment of writing and exposition shine through. Astrophysicists... more » and historians of science will find that this reissue sheds fascinating light on one of Britain's greatest scientists. Sir William McCrea has supplied the Preface.« less