Galaxies in the Universe: An Introduction Linda S. Sparke and John S. Gallagher III are a book written in English for advanced undergraduate students in the field of astronomy and astrophysics. This extensively illustrated reference work discusses the properties, structures, and evolution of galaxies within the framework of the development of the universe.
The book covers stars, the Milky Way, nearby galaxies, and the distant universe. New topics include clusters of galaxies, gamma-ray bursts, and supermassive black holes. In addition, it provides insight into observational methods across the entire electromagnetic spectrum and the role of dark matter and dark energy.
This second, revised edition includes recent observations and discoveries. The content is self-contained and includes various practice exercises with hints, making it an excellent resource for advanced undergraduate teaching in astronomy and astrophysics.
Relevant fields of study are galaxies and stars, space science, and astrophysics. The book is aligned with studies within science & mathematics.