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I cultivate a strong interest in astrophysics. Can anyone suggest me texts for learning astrophysics?
Some popular choices for beginners include "A Brief History of Time" by Stephen Hawking, "Astrophysics for People in a Hurry" by Neil deGrasse Tyson, and "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan. These books provide a good overview of key concepts in astrophysics without being too technical.
Yes, there are several textbooks that cover advanced topics in astrophysics, such as "An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics" by Bradley Carroll and Dale Ostlie, and "Astrophysics in a Nutshell" by Dan Maoz. These textbooks are more technical and may require a background in physics and mathematics.
Yes, there are many books dedicated to the topic of black holes, including "Black Holes and Time Warps" by Kip Thorne, "The Black Hole War" by Leonard Susskind, and "Black Hole Blues and Other Songs from Outer Space" by Janna Levin.
Yes, there are several books that cover current research and discoveries in astrophysics, such as "The Hidden Reality" by Brian Greene, "The Little Book of Black Holes" by Steven S. Gubser and Frans Pretorius, and "The Zoomable Universe" by Caleb Scharf.
Some recommended readings for those interested in pursuing a career in astrophysics include "A Student's Guide to the Mathematics of Astronomy" by Daniel Fleisch, "The Cosmic Cocktail" by Katherine Freese, and "The Universe in Your Hand" by Christophe Galfard.