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ISBN Number: 9780521595650
Written by: Lamers, Henny J. G. L. M.
Written by: Cassinelli, Joseph P.
Written by: Lamers, Henry
Published by: Cambridge University Press
Location: Cambridge, U.K. ;
Subject: Astronomy, Star Guides
Subject: Physics
Subject: Astrophysics & Space Science
Subject: Astronomy
Subject: Stellar winds.
Subject: Mass loss (Astrophysics)
Subject: Astronomy, General
Edition Description: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Date of Publication: March 2006
Cover Type: Paperback
Grade Level: College/higher education:
Written in: English
Illustrations: 112 line diagrams 2 half-tones 14 ta
Number of Pages: 452
Book Size: 960x672x101 160
This long-awaited graduate textbook, written by two pioneers in the field, provides a comprehensive introduction to the observations, theories, and consequences of stellar winds. The rates of mass loss and the wind velocities are explained from basic physical principles. This textbook also includes chapters clearly explaining the formation and evolution of interstellar bubbles and the effects of mass loss on the evolution of high- and low-mass stars. Each topic is introduced simply to explain the basic processes and then developed to provide a solid foundation for understanding current research. This authoritative textbook is designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students and researchers seeking an understanding of stellar winds and, more generally, supersonic flows from astrophysical objects. It is based on courses taught in Europe and the United States over the past twenty years and includes seventy problems for coursework or self-study. Review:
"This is an enlightening book, full of vivid physics. It fills a longstanding gap in the astrophysical literature and will stand as the foundation of the rapidly growing field of stellar winds." Professor Norbert Langer, University of Potsdam"Stellar winds are ubiquitous, but their properties and mechanisms span an enormous range. This badly needed book by two well known researchers brings together theory and observation to provide an excellent, integrated treatment of a fascinating subject." Professor Hollis R. Johnson, Indiana University"...for those interested in a deeper theoretical understanding of stellar winds, the book is certainly to be recommended." Meteoritics &Planetary Science
Synopsis:
Written by two pioneers of the field, this eagerly-awaited and clearly written book is the first to provide a comprehensive introduction to the observations, theories and consequences of stellar winds. Each topic is introduced simply to explain the basic processes and then developed to provide a solid foundation for understanding current research. Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students and researchers, the book is based on courses taught in Europe and the US over the past 20 years. It includes seventy problems (with answers) for coursework or self-study.
Synopsis:
The first comprehensive introduction to the observations and theories of stellar winds; a long-awaited graduate textbook, written by two founders of the field.
