Understanding the Universe [Hardcover] Franklin B; Adams Lee Moncrief Carroll

Description

1947 edition. Former library book has some markings and labels from the library. Hardcover has significant wear, discoloration, scuffs and marks throughout. No dust jacket. Spine has tears on the top and bottom. Binding is loose on the cover but holding firm on the pages. Pages have some marks in pencil on some pages. Readable copy.

This well-loved copy of “Understanding the Universe” offers a glimpse into the state of astronomical knowledge just two years after the end of World War II. Published in 1947, it captures the excitement and curiosity of a generation eager to explore the cosmos in the wake of a conflict that had brought immense scientific advancements. Written by Franklin B. Adams, Lee Moncrief, and Carroll, the book aimed to make the latest discoveries in astronomy accessible to a wide audience, fueling a growing public interest in space exploration. Despite its worn condition, this former library book bears the marks of countless readers who have pored over its pages, seeking to understand the universe’s vast mysteries. For collectors, it represents a snapshot of a pivotal moment in scientific history, when the boundaries of human knowledge were rapidly expanding, and the cosmos beckoned with endless possibilities.