Review of Kelvin and the Age of the Universe

Kennedy NC · Post by **Kennedy NC** » 11 Mar 2022, 16:30

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Kelvin and the Age of the Universe" by Yuri Heymann.]

3 out of 4 stars

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Yuri Heymann's Kelvin and the Age of the Universe: A Compendium of traditional astronomy is a significant contribution to the field of astrophysics. It is an anthology of publications by the author which span a wide array of topics such as reciprocity theorem, zCosmos deep field galaxy survey, Lamor Formular nexus with Bohr atom model, and Newtonian dynamics. Thematically, it is a bold quest to draw from multiple established postulations, tenets, methodologies, and observations to theorize at the yet unknown.

This book possessed many positives. The author successfully and meticulously presents a comprehensive and encompassing picture of Astro cosmology and modern scientific thinking. The periods covered by this work are staggering. From ancient to renaissance to classical to contemporary, the author has presented the reader with a prime view over the evolution of this unique field of human inquiry.

The mathematical aspect of this work is also treated with commendable precision and accuracy. The derivation exercises followed a well-charted and executed path. The accompanying explanation of measurement units, quantities, integration and differential operations, and constants went a long way in enhancing assimilation. In a similar vein, the author's inclusion of diagrammatic representations of discussed concepts was a very commendable choice.
While each chapter is, in essence, a self-contained and individually complete piece, there is nevertheless a joint unity of the work at large. In most chapters, the line of thought is coherent and a well-paced unfolding of ideas and postulations. This is despite the sometimes multiple concepts introduced at various points in the research narrative.

Also worthy of commendation is the author's display of professional ethics in acknowledging other works. Attention was paid to proper referencing and credit to others for concepts, ideas, discoveries, and diagrams utilized within the work.

On the negative side, this work had a large number of language and grammar errors. These errors ranged from spelling errors to mistakes with tense agreement and punctuation. The majority of these errors were concentrated in the first chapter resulting in a break in the reader's experience. It detracted heavily from the progression and made some parts of that particular chapter particularly laborious. Thankfully, subsequent chapters did not have this problem and only harbored a few errors.

Kelvin and the Age of the Universe: A Compendium of traditional astronomy is a well-researched and well-presented work in the fields of astronomy and astrophysics. It does have a lot of errors that affect the overall quality of the work and which cause me to give the piece a final rating of 3 out of 4 stars. As this work does not deal with the introduction of fundamental concepts, I recommend it for those established in the field of astronomy and related disciplines, being the only class of people able to appreciate and comprehend it fully.

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Umesh Bhatt · Post by **Umesh Bhatt** » 13 Mar 2022, 01:26

This seems to be a nice guide book for those who have interest in astronomy and astrophysics. Thanks for the elaborate review.

Blessing Odii · Post by **Blessing Odii** » 13 Mar 2022, 06:59

This review was top-notch. Great book.

Kenneth Chimezie · Post by **Kenneth Chimezie** » 13 Mar 2022, 21:03

This Is an amazing review and i commend the reviewer for his honesty. Being a science student who is in love with physics, this review just compelled me to read this book. Nice job!

Mbenma Esther 080 · Post by **Mbenma Esther 080** » 14 Mar 2022, 00:53

This is an insightful review. Thank you

josephthomas7014 · Post by **josephthomas7014** » 14 Mar 2022, 02:24

This appears to be a good reference book for individuals interested in astronomy and astrophysics.

Salmi181 · Post by **Salmi181** » 14 Mar 2022, 08:34

A comprehensive and honest review that attracts its readers to read the book, especially science students and lovers of scientific books great review

Berry_ · Post by **Berry_** » 14 Mar 2022, 09:26

I think my brain cannot comprehend what is being said in the book. Astrophysics seems complicated for a person like me who has no background information. Seems like an informative and educative read.

Walexyz12 · Post by **Walexyz12** » 14 Mar 2022, 11:05

A very fine book about astronomy and cosmos science. Very elaborate arrangement and fusion.

TRuth123 · Post by **TRuth123** » 14 Mar 2022, 13:34

Thanks for this amazing review...I ain't no science student but I sure would love to read it after seeing this review

Shaesta Parween · Post by **Shaesta Parween** » 14 Mar 2022, 15:06

This book is informative in many ways. I hope to read it one fine day to gain knowledge and perspective .

Dowjones · Post by **Dowjones** » 15 Mar 2022, 09:22

This is a comprehensive and insightful review, and commend the review for a job well done. It seems to be a nice book for the lovers of astronomy and astrophysics.

GaKuu De Mamer · Post by **GaKuu De Mamer** » 15 Mar 2022, 12:05

It seems to very nice book and awesomely reviewed. Have added it to my shelf. Must read.

Onisha · Post by **Onisha** » 15 Mar 2022, 12:10

This is a very nice book. It's like a guide but in an easy way for those interested in knowing more about astronomy rather the galaxy and astrophysics

George Myles · Post by **George Myles** » 15 Mar 2022, 12:41

Personally, I'm not a science person but the way the reviewer produced such an informative review I would like to give this book a try.
Wonderful review