General readers lower-division undergraduates." (R. … A work for general readers, it could also be a good course resource for a general education astronomy class. … The book is well researched and has an affiliated Web site to help readers keep up with the rapid change in knowledge about our origins. "Eales, an astronomer at Cardiff University in Wales, has written a survey of astronomical origins, starting with our solar system and moving ever outward to the origin of the universe. For only one volume, it’s a great value." (Jeff Kanipe, Sky & Telescope, August, 2007) … It’s a fine reference, well indexed, and, in less than 300 pages, contains the history of the universe. His ambitiously titled book is a sound and readable addition to the astronomy shelf. "I’m happy to say that I don’t think author Stephen Eales has to worry about ….
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