{"product_id":"9789814483810","title":"Beyond the Stars: Our Origins and the Search for Life in The Universe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhat is the origin of the universe? Are we alone in the Universe?\u003c\/i\u003e Using clear and plain language, the author explores these two interesting scientific-philosophical themes with a broad range of studies, including astronomy, cosmology, chemistry, biology, geology and planet science.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first part discusses the origins of everything, from the Big Bang to humankind. It follows the long course of evolution — from original matter to the formation of more complex structures, from the furthest galaxies to the nearest stars, from planets to organic molecules, from the first and most elementary forms of life through to the reptiles, the dinosaurs and the advent of man.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second part traces the history of the Earth and evaluates the risks of extinction in the future as predicted by scientists. Is the Earth the only habitable planet in the Universe? This question initiates the discussion on the importance of the Earth's position in the solar system and the significance of our geologically alive planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final part is dedicated to the search for extraterrestrial beings with identifiable life forms. It also describes attempts for searching, from the past to the near future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable book provides the best answers we have to the epic questions about us and our place in the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eContents:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eOrigins:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur Origins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Beginning of Everything\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigins of Stars and Planets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Origin of the Elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Origins of Life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Case of the Earth:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory of the Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtinctions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn Inhabitable Planet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Importance of Continental Drift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Earth: A Rare Planet?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn Search of Another Gaia:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Search of ETI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppendix A: Astronomical Observations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppendix B: A Few Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReadership:\u003c\/b\u003e General audience interested in general science.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"World Scientific Publishing Company, Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47185220010224,"sku":"9789814483810","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9789814483810_p0.jpg?v=1763691440","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9789814483810","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}