The Hubble Deep Field

A Comprehensive Overview of a Cosmic Milestone

Mario Livio editor S Michael Fall editor Piero Madau editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:13th Oct '98

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This book offers a thorough review of a pivotal cosmological study, The Hubble Deep Field, essential for researchers and students alike.

In The Hubble Deep Field, readers are introduced to a groundbreaking study in cosmology that has shaped our understanding of the universe over the past five decades. This work is the result of an extensive 150-orbit observing program conducted with the Hubble Space Telescope, which captured the deepest optical image of the cosmos to date. The depth and clarity of the Hubble Deep Field (HDF) provide an unparalleled resource for researchers investigating the formation and evolution of stars and galaxies, making this book an essential reference for anyone in the field.

The volume brings together contributions from leading experts who convened at an international conference held at the Space Telescope Science Institute. These articles blend observational data from the HDF across various wavelengths with the latest theoretical advancements in cosmology. By examining how the HDF has influenced our understanding of cosmic history, the book highlights its significance in revolutionizing our knowledge of star and galaxy formation.

Overall, The Hubble Deep Field serves as a comprehensive review of one of the most pivotal studies in cosmology, offering invaluable insights for graduate students and researchers alike. It is a timely and indispensable resource that underscores the importance of the HDF in advancing our grasp of the universe's complexities.

' … this volume provides a useful and readable review of the current state of observational and theoretical research into the evolution of faint galaxies.' Ian Smail, The Observatory
' … the book comprises a good assembly of papers that contain most of the undergoing research, new findings and new techniques in observational cosmology and galaxy formation … I would gladly suggest this book to my library.' Contemporary Physics

ISBN: 9780521630979

Dimensions: 257mm x 176mm x 26mm

Weight: 815g

320 pages