Presents a collection of anecdotes and personal histories describing the Big Bang theory of how the universe came to be and explains why some scientists believe it and why some have fought against it.
Examines the history of the concept of the big bang theory, covering early creation myths and ongoing debates about black holes while presenting philosophical questions about the validity of the widely accepted theory pertaining to the origins of the universe.
the tongue-tickling tale of a speck that became spectacular
DeCristofano, Carolyn Cinami
2005
Presents an illustrated explanation of the big bang theory of the origin of the universe, and includes information about the nature of light, galaxies, and related topics.
An illustrated discussion of the formation of the universe since the big bang, covering topics such as cosmology, planets, and minerals, and analyzes how humans are comprised of the same atoms that were once a part of stars.