The first few chapters of the book describe the history of cosmological thought, from the Greek philosophers and scientists to the modern times. ... Furthermore, the book details the history of the universe from the initial microsecond into the future. ... It then progresses to sections entitled "The Planets", "Sun and Stars", "Nebulae and Galaxies", which interweave description and explanation to reveal the formation, evolution and function of each aspect of the universe. ...

• Word Count: 1483
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Undergraduate