General relativity and quantum mechanics have become the two central pillars of theoretical physics. Moreover, general relativity has important applications in astrophysics and high-energy particle physics. Covering the fundamentals of the subject, Principles of Cosmology and Gravitation describes the universe as revealed by observations and presents a theoretical framework to enable important cosmological formulae to be derived and numerical calculations performed. Avoiding elaborate formal discussions, the book presents a practical approach that focuses on the general theory of relativity. It examines different evolutionary models and the gravitational effects of massive bodies. The book also includes a large number of worked examples and problems, half with solutions.
Reviews"... very successful introduction and treatment ... exceptionally methodical ... deserves to be read and recommended as an introduction. ... I recommended this book in 1976 and I will continue to do so."
-Space Science Reviews
"... an ideal text for undergraduates studying cosmology ..."
-Europe and Astronomy
Book InformationISBN 9780852740378
Author Michael V BerryFormat Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Institute of Physics PublishingPublisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 249g