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"Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World" Book

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Explore the stars and planets and beyond through art over the ages – an international panel of experts take you on a journey through man's record of the universe – from ancient cave paintings to animation. Universe is a groundbreaking survey that celebrates the popular subject of astronomy through 300 images created by those who have tried to understand - or who have been inspired by – the beauty and mystery of stars, planets, and beyond. Carefully chosen by an international panel of experts and arranged to highlight thought-provoking contrasts and similarities, the selection includes paintings, photographs, sculpture, animation, prints, sketches, and digital renderings with iconic works by renowned photographers, artists, and astronomers alongside previously unpublished finds. Paul Murdin has worked as an astronomer in the USA, Australia, England, Scotland, and Spain. Previously a research scientist and a science administrator for the UK Government and the Royal Astronomical Society, he now works at the Institute of Astronomy at the University of Cambridge, England, and is visiting professor at John Moores University, Liverpool. "An amazingly eclectic and beautiful set of images. Each image is accompanied by an educated and informative caption. As someone engaged in writing about the interface of art and astronomy, I admire the diversity of the selection in addition to the images' individual beauty."—Jay M. Pasachoff, Chair, International Astronomical Union Working Group on Solar Eclipses and Field Memorial Professor of Astronomy, Williams College "A beautiful book for anyone with a curious mind." —Cool Hunting "Our interaction with the night sky doesn't just influence science; it affects all aspects of human culture. This beautifully produced book presents hundreds of "responses to the cosmos"... The images are organised in a non-chronological sequence. [...] This juxtaposition is very effective at breaking down apparent barriers between art and astronomy... The introduction to the book by eminent astronomer Paul Murdin is a model of clarity... This book is an overwhelming (and rather moving) reminder of how humans have always been, and continue to be, inspired by the night sky." —BBC Sky At Night, Five Star Review.
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    Height: 11.38 in (28.91 cm)Width: 9.88 in (25.1 cm)Depth: 1.35 in (3.43 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    2017
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    New & Custom(Current Production)
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    Available Now
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  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
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    Seller: 97807148746161stDibs: LU1878340354412

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