Description
Modern Cosmology by Jagjit Singh is a book published in 1970 that provides a comprehensive overview of the field of cosmology at the time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of cosmology, the structure and evolution of the universe, and the fundamental laws of physics that govern the cosmos.
Singh begins the book by discussing the early history of cosmology, from the ancient Greeks to the early 20th century. He then goes on to discuss the development of modern cosmology, including the discovery of the expanding universe and the Big Bang theory.
The book then covers a variety of topics related to the structure and evolution of the universe, including:
- The distribution of matter in the universe
- The formation of galaxies and stars
- The evolution of the universe over time
Singh also discusses the fundamental laws of physics that govern the cosmos, including:
- General relativity
- Quantum mechanics
- Cosmology
Modern Cosmology is a well-written and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the field of cosmology. It is suitable for readers with a background in physics and mathematics, but it is also accessible to general readers who are interested in learning more about the universe.
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