Stellar Evolution: In-Depth Books for Learners

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The discussion centers on a request for in-depth resources about stellar evolution and the end stages of a star's life. The initial inquiry emphasizes a desire for content that goes beyond superficial explanations. Participants suggest that a textbook would be most suitable, with recommendations including "Stellar Structure and Evolution" by Kippenhahn and Wiegert, which is considered a comprehensive resource. Another recommended text is "An Introduction to the Theory of Stellar Structure and Evolution" by Dina Prialnik, specifically aimed at second-year physics and planetary sciences students. The conversation highlights the limited availability of advanced texts tailored for students transitioning from sophomore to graduate levels in astrophysics.
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hello PF,
I want to know more about stellar evolution and about the end of the star's life.
I want something that is not very superficial as i get bored when the content is not really deep.
Thanks.
 
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What is your background knowledge? Are you looking for a textbook or a popular book?
 
The bible on that is Kippenhahn and Wiegert, Stellar Structure and Evolution.
 
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Bandersnatch said:
What is your background knowledge? Are you looking for a textbook or a popular book?
I would prefer a textbook, I finished my first semester as a sophomore , so i have finished Calc. 3 and took an advanced course on electricity and magnetism.
 
I don't think there is much at that level. There's a very narrow window between sophomore year and first year graduate student, so there is little motivation to put in the huge effort it takes to write a book with such a small market.
 
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I think Dina Prialnik's 'An Introduction to the Theory of Stellar Structure and Evolution' is aimed exactly at this market. As she mentions in the preface, it's aimed at second-year students in the physics and planetary sciences courses.
 
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