COSMOLOGY FOR A NEWBIE: Exploring the Universe : From galaxies to the edge of spacetime
About this ebook
Hey Hi, I am Hiten Shelar, an Astrophysicist and Philosopher. When I was a newbie to Cosmology and Astrophysics and well before that I had a bunch of Astrophysics and cosmology unanswered questions like how large our universe is, what is time and again who are we to ask these questions, etc . And as I am now an astrophysicist and a cosmologist my curiosity is fulfilled. And the fact that human is a social animal made it my mission to write a book and fulfil the unfulfilled curiosity of other people about knowing our Universe.
The book is best fit for newbies as well as to people who have quite enough knowledge of our Universe. So do not forget to check out this unique product.
About the author
Hiten Shelar is an astrophysicist and science communicator renowned for his bestselling book "Astrophysics for Non-Mathematicians" and his award-winning book "Cosmology For a Newbie," which won the International Best New Cosmology Books Award in 2023. He is also celebrated for his astrophysics reels on Facebook and Instagram. Additionally, he is the founder and owner of IMAGINE SPACETIME (www.imaginespacetime.com), a science website, and physics book publisher. Hiten's fascination with astronomy and astrophysics dates back to when he was just 5 years old. Throughout high school and college, he received numerous awards and accolades in his astronomy and astrophysics career. In 2020, he was recognized as the best performer at the International Space Science Competition, received the silver honor in the International Astronomy and Astrophysics Competition, and achieved the 28th rank in the International Space Olympiad 2019.
Hiten strongly advocates for teaching cosmology and astrophysics at a basic level in every school. He believes that gazing at the stars and contemplating the universe can address many societal issues. According to him, studying our universe is not merely an academic pursuit; it offers profound lessons for everyone. It teaches us that irrational beliefs hold no sway in the real universe. In his books, he strives to simplify even the most complex concepts for broader understanding. He asserts that adopting a cosmic perspective can enhance the beauty of the world and contribute to a better society. To date, Hiten has authored seven books on astrophysics.
