{"product_id":"cosmic-perspective-the-book-jeffrey-bennett-9780134990781","title":"Cosmic Perspective, The","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFor two-semester courses in astronomy.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExploring the impact of new discoveries on astronomy, science, and life in the universe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding on a long tradition of effective pedagogy and comprehensive coverage, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cosmic Perspective, \u003c\/i\u003e9th Edition\u003c\/b\u003e provides a thoroughly engaging and up-to-date introduction to astronomy for anyone who is curious about the universe, regardless of prior background in astronomy or physics. As respected teachers and active researchers, the authors present astronomy using a coherent narrative and a thematic approach that engages students immediately and guides them through connecting ideas. This engagement-centered approach and variety of contextualizing features enhance student understanding of the process of science and actively involve them in learning key concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e9th Edition\u003c\/b\u003e features major scientific updates, new content that focuses on the possibility of life in the universe, and recent discoveries that provide modern contexts to help students see astronomy as highly relevant to their worlds now. The authors integrate a new focus on cultural diversity among scientists and ethics across science and astronomy, delving into science done by a wide range of people and evaluated in different ways. The authors write and create a wealth of Mastering Astronomy resources, carrying the coherent and cohesive approach of the book to the new and expanded digital tools, such as Prelecture Videos. Instructors can access this curated group of activities in Mastering Astronomy for use before, during, and after class and can easily edit the pre-built assignments to fit the way they teach.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis text is also available in two volumes, which can be purchased separately:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cosmic Perspective: The Solar System\u003c\/i\u003e, 9th Edition \u003c\/b\u003e(includes Chapters 1–13, 14, S1, 24)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Cosmic Perspective: Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology, \u003c\/i\u003e9th Edition \u003c\/b\u003e(includes Chapters 1-3, S1, 4–6, S2–S4, 14–24)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ WELL_READ \/ SBYB","offer_id":50213860638993,"sku":"CIN0134990781A","price":53.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ VERY_GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50864300556561,"sku":"CIN0134990781VG","price":34.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":51857250156817,"sku":"CIN0134990781G","price":33.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/0134990781.jpg?v=1786106220","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/products\/cosmic-perspective-the-book-jeffrey-bennett-9780134990781","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}