Bibliograph

Finding our place in the universe, how we discovered Laniakea, the Milky Way's home, Helene Courtois ; translated by Nikki Kopelman

Type

Label

Finding our place in the universe, how we discovered Laniakea, the Milky Way's home, Helene Courtois ; translated by Nikki Kopelman

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 159-161) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Finding our place in the universe

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1054365358

Responsibility statement

Helene Courtois ; translated by Nikki Kopelman

Sub title

how we discovered Laniakea, the Milky Way's home

Summary

"The book tells the story of how Courtois and her cosmography colleagues discovered and mapped the Laniakea galactic supercluster, the first and most accurate description to date of our home galaxy's location in the universe. Courtois reveals the joys and challenges of international astronomy research and collaborations, humanizing the scientists along the way and making the science accessible. She also makes an effort to shed light on the life and work of herself and other women astronomers. It's a story that would appeal to a wide audience."--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Our new cosmic address -- In pursuit of the great attractor -- With fresh eyes -- Reconstruction games -- Beyond Laniakea

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