Introduction to Stellar Winds van Henny J. G. L. M. Lamers and Joseph P. Cassinelli is an English-language textbook that focuses on observations and theories concerning stellar winds. This book provides a fundamental and comprehensive introduction to the field of mass loss and wind speeds in stars.
Starting from basic principles, it addresses the physical processes of stellar winds and explains the formation and evolution of interstellar bubbles. In addition, it discusses the influence of mass loss on the development of both high- and low-mass stars. The book is intended for advanced undergraduate and master’s students and researchers who want to gain a solid understanding of stellar winds and supersonic flows.
Based on several years of teaching in Europe and the United States, this reference work contains seventy practice problems with answers for study or self-study. It is therefore a valuable reference work in astrophysics, in particular for those interested in the dynamics of stars and their winds.
Relevant topics include, among others, Astrophysics, Galaxies and stars, and SCIENCE / Physics / Astrophysics.