The Search for Life in the Universe

by Donald Goldsmith, Tobias Owen

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The second edition of Goldsmith and Owen's widely acclaimed work explores the notion that life may exist beyond the planet Earth. The book weaves together strands of inquiry from biology, planetary astronomy, astrophysics, geology, and communications theory. By combining these relevant fields of science, students benefit from a complete and clear understanding of the types of objects in the universe and their characteristics-helping them explore one of life's greatest adventures.

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fpagan 1,362 reviews

(Second edition). A basic *text*book, surprisingly enough, and over half a kilopage long. I think that, with all the discoveries of extra-solar planets in recent years, there may be a third edition by now.

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