Isaac asimov was a russianborn, american author, a professor of biochemistry, and a highly successful writer, best known for his works of science fiction and for his popular science books. Isaac asimov in a world of starquakes, antimatter, red giants and white dwarfs, a star more massive than our own sun can disappear into a black hole from which not even light can escape. Isaac asimov understanding physics, collapsing universe. Asimov s straightforward writing style, which can be a hindrance when he writes fiction, works to the books benefit here, as the. Was the mysterious 30megaton blast that flattened a siberi. Isaacs universe is a fictional universe created by isaac asimov for other science fiction writers to use as a setting. Decades later asimov continued the foundation books with sequels foundations edge 1982 and foundation and earth 1986, which ultimately connected the series with asimovs robot novels, as well as with his popular galactic empire series of novelssort of a unified field theory of fiction. He won three additional hugos, including one awarded posthumously for the best nonfiction book of 1995, i. And with the science of psychohistory, hari seldon can see that a future of barbarism and. The collapsing universe is a nonfiction asimov work that focuses on the birth, life, and death of stars, explains the creation and physics of black holes, and discusses the birth and potential death of the universe. Fourteen billion years of cosmic evolution by neil degrasse tyson because it seemed that asimov had told a similar story, but in the opposite order in terms of mass. Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. Asimov has written numerous books on physiology, mathematics, physics, and chemistry for young readers. Buy the collapsing universe on free shipping on qualified orders the collapsing universe.
He also wrote mysteries, fantasy, and works on shakespeare, mathematics, and the bible. Collapsing universe first edition isaac asimov bauman. The numbering was provided by asimov except for a few marked with an asterisk. Professor asimov is generally considered one of the most prolific writers of all time, having written or edited more than 500 books and an estimated 90,000. I in this book i am using the metric system, which is just about. Published 1977 condition fine cloth copy in a near fine, very slightly edgenicked and dustdulled dw, now mylarsleeved. Kinetics of the reaction inactivation of tyrosinase during its catalysis of the aerobic oxidation of catechol asimov s doctoral dissertation, 1948. Collapsing universe, the the story of black holes essays 1978 pocket exploring the earth and the cosmos essays 1982 crown from earth to heaven essays 1972 discusavon. In 1983, asimov wrote an additional foundation novel, foundations edge, which won the hugo for best novel of that year.
The collapsing universe has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Its been three decades since i first read this book. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. It introduces the collaborative universe created by asimov which eventually resulted in five. Isaac asimov was an author like no other, taking the world by storm with his imaginative ideas, with some of the best books in his bibliography including. The collapsing universe the story of black holes hardback years to dust. I decided to read it again after having just read origins.
That is, the latter books starts with the universe and works its way down to planets, and asimovs starts with the. The collapsing universe book by isaac asimov 2 available. The collapsing universe by asimov, isaac, 1920publication date 1977 topics black holes astronomy, astronomy publisher new york. This is a oneshot astronomy book published by walker in the mid1970s just when black holes were beginning to intrude upon the publics notice. Professor asimov is generally considered one of the most prolific writers of all time, having written or edited more than 500 books and an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. As of his death in 1992, he had published several hundred books. Isaac asimov 1920 1992 isaac asimov is the author of books such as foundation isaac asimov c. The collapsing universe the story of black holes arvindguptatoys.
The collapsing universe by isaac asimov fantastic fiction. This alone is a reason to read his books, but this one in particular is the best conversation starter in almost any outside activity at night, or even during the. Asimov on physics 1976 the collapsing universe 1977, isbn 0671817388 extraterrestrial civilizations 1979 visions of the universe with coauthor kazuaki iwasaki 1981 exploring the earth and the cosmos 1982 understanding physics 1988 1966 vol. Revisions by isaac asimov, on books by baird searles, home sweet home by mardin gardner, mooney. Was the mysterious 30megaton blast that flattened a siberian foresxt in 1908 actually a small black hole. The collapsing universe the story of black holes hardback years to dust cover 1977. He had an amazing talent for explaining complex scientific ideas in simple language without using mathematics. Isaac asimov bibliography categorical, isaac asimov bibliography alphabetical. The universe is a very strange place and to me, the most bizarre objects are black holes. Collapsing univrse has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
Its a typical asimov nonfiction book, taking the scenic route to its topiceven worse than the neutrino, it doesnt get to black holes until the next to last chapter. Asimov, that oneman publishers list, has done it again. The story of the black holes hardcover march 1, 1977 by isaac asimov author. The foundation series 3 books by isaac asimov sf saga prelude edge earth new. Oct 21, 2019 collapsing universe, the the story of black holes essays 1978 pocket exploring the earth and the cosmos essays 1982 crown from earth to heaven essays 1972 discusavon. January 2, 1920 april 6, 1992 was an american writer and professor of biochemistry at boston university.
The story of black holes isaac asimov download bok. Nightfall was chosen the best science fiction story of all time by the science. An illustration of a computer application window wayback machine an illustration of an open book. The collapsing universe by isaac asimov book cover, description, publication history. Asimovs book, the collapsing universe, has a story line as. He was known for his works of science fiction and popular science.
Astronomy today isaac asimovs library of the universe by isaac asimov and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Does matter drawn into a black hole reappear out the other side as antimatter, a sort of mirror image of the universe as we know it. Astronomy books written by isaac asimov by dave snyder. The collapsing universe by isaac asimov librarything. Isaac asimov, whose thoughts and books traveled the universe, is. Isaac asimov books list of books by author isaac asimov. Astronomy books written by isaac asimov university. They are things where the gravitational attraction is so strong that not. The story of the black holes by isaac asimov an easy to read and understandable look at the depths of space and beyond.
Isaac asimov books biography and list of works author of. The collapsing universe by asimov, isaac, 1920publication date 1977 topics black holes astronomy, astronomy. Alvin toffler by charles platt, lazarus rising by gregory benford, the examination of exemperor ming by cyn mason, a letter from the clearys by. The story of black holes is a nonfiction book by isaac asimov. Isaac asimov, author of nearly 500 books and one of the most influential science fiction writers of all time, died at a new york hospital on monday of heart and kidney failure. The following are the few works of asimov now in the public domain in the united states. After that the titles appear in roughly the order they were written, although this is an educated guess.
Isaac asimov pb 1992 isaac asimov the collapsing universe. Asimovs first book, pebble in the sky ballantine, a sciencefiction novel, was published in 1950. The collapsing universe by asimov, isaac 19201992 seller mw books ltd. Isaac asimov explores the implications of black holes, with lucid excursions into related questions. Collapsing univrse book by isaac asimov half price books. Asimov, isaac article about asimov, isaac by the free. Kinetics of the reaction inactivation of tyrosinase during its catalysis of the aerobic oxidation of catechol asimovs doctoral dissertation, 1948. In a writing career spanning 53 years 19391992, science fiction and popular science author isaac asimov 19201992 wrote and published 40 novels, 382 short stories, over 280 nonfiction books, and edited about 147 others in this article, asimovs books are listed by year in order of. The collapsing universe by isaac asimov, 9780802704863, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The diplomacy guild, the initial collection of science fiction short stories, was edited by martin h. January 2, 1920 april 6, 1992, was a russianborn american jewish author and biochemist, a highly successful and exceptionally prolific writer best known for his works of science fiction and for his popular science books. Isaac asimov books biography and list of works author. Gallery add a photo to this gallery see also list of books by isaac asimov. Asimov was a prolific writer who wrote or edited more than 500 books and an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards.
Asimovs family emigrated to the united states when he was a toddler, and he became a naturalized american citizen in 1928. In a writing career spanning 53 years 19391992, science fiction and popular science author isaac asimov 19201992 wrote and published 40 novels, 382 short stories, over 280 nonfiction books, and edited about 147 others. The genetic effects of radiation 1966 external scan. Astronomy books written by isaac asimov university lowbrow. The foundation trilogy books by isaac asimov sf series saga collection set new. After 12,000 years, the galactic empire is finally at an end. Octavo, original black cloth, original dust jacket. First edition of this popular asimov astronomy book for adults, inscribed on the title page. Asimov also wrote a series of robot books that included i, robot, and eventually he tied the two series together. Isaac asimov bibliography categorical, isaac asimov bibliography chronological. The fact that these three books have very little in.
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