Explore the mysteries of the cosmos in this highly visual hardback guide, written by leading NASA astronomer and educator Sten Odenwald. Have you ever wondered how the first stars were born? Or pondered what really happens around a black hole?...

A perfect introduction for students and laypeople alike, A Degree in a Book: Cosmology provides you with all the concepts you need to master the subject. Filled with helpful diagrams, suggestions for further reading, and easily digestible history sections, this book makes it easier than ever to understand the workings of the universe....

From the birth of stars to the movements of planetary systems and the galaxies themselves, astrophysics provides us with the tools to understand the universe we live in. Whether searching for extra-terrestrial life, managing the effects of space weather, or learning about dark matter, the study of the cosmos has profound implications for us all....

From the behaviour of subatomic particles to the effects of observation to the nature of gravity, quantum physics explains the fundamental workings of the universe. In Knowledge in a Nutshell: Quantum Physics, Sten Odenwald explores the weird and wonderful insights that have shaped our understanding of modern science....

In Global Solutions for Teams, Sylvia B. Odenwald breaks new ground with strategies multinational work groups can use to overcome distance and cultural differences in accomplishing common goals. Readers will find several examples of how General Electric and other companies have turned their internatiional teams into a competitive advantage....