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Book Synopsis: In A Brief History of Black Holes, award-winning University of Oxford researcher Dr Becky Smethurst charts five hundred years of scientific breakthroughs in astronomy and astrophysics.
Right now, you are orbiting a black hole. The Earth orbits the Sun, and the Sun orbits the centre of the Milky Way: a supermassive black hole, the strangest and most misunderstood phenomenon in the galaxy.
In this cosmic tale of discovery, Dr Becky Smethurst takes us from the earliest observations of the universe and the collapse of massive stars, to the iconic first photographs of a black hole and her own published findings.
A cosmic tale of discovery, Becky explains why black holes aren’t really ‘black’, that you never ever want to be ‘spaghettified’, how black holes are more like sofa cushions than hoovers and why, beyond the event horizon, the future is a direction in space rather than in time. Told with humour and wisdom, this captivating book describes the secrets behind the most profound questions about our universe, all hidden inside black holes.'
'A jaunt through space history . . . with charming wit and many pop-culture references' – BBC Sky At Night Magazine
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Discover the secrets behind the most mysterious and misunderstood phenomenon in the galaxy with A Brief History of Black Holes. Written by renowned University of Oxford researcher, Dr Becky Smethurst, this captivating book takes you on a cosmic journey through 500 years of scientific breakthroughs in astronomy and astrophysics.
Did you know that right now, you are orbiting a black hole? The Sun orbits the centre of the Milky Way, which is a supermassive black hole. In this mind-bending tale, Dr Smethurst reveals why black holes are not actually 'black' and why you should never want to experience being 'spaghettified'. Get ready to have your understanding of black holes completely transformed.
With her delightful blend of humor and wisdom, Dr Smethurst debunks common misconceptions and uncovers the truth about black holes. Discover how black holes are more like sofa cushions than hoovers and why their gravitational pull can dramatically shape the fabric of space and time.
This captivating book is filled with fascinating stories, from the earliest observations of the universe to the groundbreaking first photographs of a black hole. Dr Smethurst even shares her own published findings, providing you with an insider's perspective on the world of astrophysics.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this incredible cosmic journey. Join countless readers who have been captivated by this enlightening book and learn the truth about black holes. Order your copy of A Brief History of Black Holes today and unravel the mysteries of the universe!
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