Author: Fred Hoyle

Fred Hoyle, distinguished and controversial British astronomer, mathematician, popularizer of science, and novelist, who rejected the 'big bang' theory. "Every cluster of galaxies, every star, every atom had a beginning, but the universe itself did not," Hoyle claimed. He coined the phrase "big bang" to mock the opposing model, according to which the universe originated from a spontaneous explosion. Hoyle also suggested that life had a cosmic, not terrestrial origin, and viruses could originate from certain meteor streams. He supported the anthropic principle, holding that there is a design in creation: the universe was designed in such a way as to produce life. "Our existence dictates how the universe shall be," he stated, and added, "a fine ego-boosting point of view on which you may travel, fare paid, to conferences all over the world." Besides scientific works, Hoyle published many science fiction novels, written in collaboration with his son, Geoffrey Hoyle.

ISBN: 0312150989

Edition: 1985 First Edition

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Published By: St. Martin's Press - New York

Jacket Design By: Richard Appleby

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Book Binding: Hardcover

Book Condition: Very Good

Jacket Condition: Very Good

Pages: 410

Size: 8 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 1 3/8

Additional Notes: Pages age-yellowed