Synopses & Reviews
Review
"...a valuable summary for both specialist and nonspecialist readers." P.J.E. Peebles, Choice
Synopsis
This new textbook on the properties of galaxies is suitable for undergraduates who require a complete account with some mathematical presentation. Neither elementary nor advanced, but simply introductory!
Synopsis
'Galaxies are the principal component of the Universe. This is an introductory textbook on the observed properties of galaxies, and the way in which these can be interpreted. Professor Tayler covers the motions of stars within galaxies, galactic structure, galactic evolution, and cosmology. In this complete treatment there is sufficient mathematics to enable the discussion to be at the right level for undergraduates, but it is not as formidable as an advanced treatise.\n
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Synopsis
A quantitative introduction to what is known or theorized about the structure and evolution of galaxies--large systems of stars containing interstellar gas, dust and invisible matter--is sufficiently mathematical so that quantitative results can be discussed in detail.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 204-205) and index.
Table of Contents
Preface; Symbols; Numerical values; 1. Introduction; 2. Observations of the Galaxy; 3. Properties of external galaxies; 4. Stellar dynamics; 5. Masses of galaxies; 6. The interstellar medium in our Galaxy; 7. The chemical evolution of galaxies; 8. Galaxies and the Universe; 9. Concluding remarks; Appendices; Index.