High-Energy Astrophysics

by Fulvio Melia

Book Overview

High-energy astrophysics involves the study of exceedingly dynamic and energetic phenomena occurring near the most extreme celestial objects known to exist, such as black holes, neutron stars, white dwarfs, and supernova remnants. High-Energy Astrophysics provides graduate and advanced undergraduate students with the most complete, self-contained introduction to the subject available. This textbook covers all the essentials, weaving together...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691140294
• ISBN13: 9780691140292
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.1"