This document provides a summary of astronomy and astrophysics resources available from Warner Memorial Library, including books, dictionaries, textbooks, databases, journals, and websites. It lists several relevant books on topics like astrophysics, astronomy dictionaries, particle astrophysics, and the history of astronomy. It also outlines databases that cover academic journals and general science topics, as well as journals focused on astronomy, astrophysics, cosmology, and planetary science. Finally, it lists several astronomy-related websites from organizations like the American Astronomical Society and The Planetary Society.

1. A SAMPLING OF RESOURCES IN
Astronomy and Astrophysics
From Warner memorial Library
Books
Astrophysics: Decoding the Cosmos—by Judith A. Irwin
Call Number: QB461 .I79
This text takes a close look at the radiation and particles that we receive from astronomical
objects, providing a thorough understanding of what this tells us, drawing the information
together using examples to illustrate the process of astrophysics. Chapters dedicated to
objects showing complex processes are written in an accessible manner and pull relevant
background information together to put the subject firmly into context.
Dictionary of Astronomy—by: McGraw-Hill
Call Number: QB14 .M36
Derived from the world-renowned McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical
Terms, Sixth Edition, this vital reference offers a wealth of essential information in a
portable, convenient, quick-find format. Whether you're a professional, a student, a
writer, or a general reader with an interest in science, there is no better or more
authoritative way to stay up-to-speed with the current language of astronomy or
gain an understanding of its key ideas and concepts.
Particle Astrophysics—by D.H. Perkins
Call Number: QB464 .P47
Perkins provides background on particle physics and the astrophysics of the early
universe in this text for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Introductory
chapters cover the interactions of elementary particles and their role in the expanding
universe. Cosmological asymmetries, dark matter, and dark energy are examined, and final
chapters turn to the growth of cosmic structure in high energy cosmic rays and the particle
processes in stars. Worked examples, problems, and solutions are included. Some
knowledge of quantum mechanics and special relativity is assumed.
Secrets of the Hoary Deep: A Personal History of Modern Astronomy—by Riccardo Giacconi
Call Number: QB472.G53
Giaconni recounts the ways in which the management methods and scientific
methodology behind successful astronomy projects came to set the standards of
operations for all subsequent space- and Earth-based observatories. Along the
way he spares no criticism and holds back no praise, detailing individual as
well as institutional failures and successes, reflecting upon how far
astronomy has come and how far it has yet to go.
Databases
Academic Search elite (EBSCOhost)
Multi-disciplinary database offers full-text, dating from 1985
Need more books! Check to present, for nearly 1,850 scholarly journals, including
eBrary or NetLibrary the more than 1,250 peer-reviewed titles. Covering virtually every
online e-book collections. area of academic study .
You can check items out
from other libraries and
General Science Full Text (Wilson OMinifile)
have them delivered using Covers everything from supernovas to marine pollution and is
EZ-Borrow found on the the ideal source for researchers seeking information on a
Library’s website. variety of scientific topics. Abstracts leading journals and
magazines from the United States and Great Britain.
Today’s Science (Facts.com)
Science News written especially for students.

2. Journals
Can’t find full-text
Astronomy & Astrophysics Review
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Provides important reviews that present a
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reasonably complete & well-balanced survey
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of the world literature & allows authors
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Astronomy & Geophysics
Presents serious scientific papers on a range
of subjects within the remit of the Royal As-
tronomical Society: astronomy, astrophysics,
cosmology, planetary science, solar-
Check the A to Z Journal terrestrial physics, global and regional geo-
list on the Library’s physics and the history of these topics
website for additional
journal titles Mercury
Features articles, profiles, commentary and
book reviews on amateur astronomy, educa-
tion, galaxies, individual planets, space as-
Websites tronomy, telescopes and observatories .
Journal of Astrophysics & Astronomy
American Astronomical Society Major activities include publication of scien-
http://aas.org/ tific journals and special volumes, organizing
The American Astronomical Society (AAS), estab- meetings of the Fellowship and discussions
lished 1899, is the major organization of profes- on important topics, recognizing scientific
sional astronomers in North America. The basic ob- talent, improvement of science education and
jective of the AAS is to promote the advancement taking up other issues of concern.
of astronomy and closely related branches of sci-
ence. Astrophysics & Space Physics Review
Astronomical Society of the South Pacific Covers significant developments in astron-
http://www.astrosociety.org/index.html omy, theoretical astrophysics, cosmology,
Largest general astronomy society in the world, high-energy astrophysics, & space research in
with members from over 70 nations. Board of Direc- the former Soviet Union.
tors is comprised of members of the astronomy,
educational, and amateur communities.
European Astronomical Society
http://eas.unige.ch/
The purpose of the society is to contribute to and
promote the advancement of astronomy, in its
broadest sense, in Europe, by all suitable means.
International Meteor Organization
http://www.imo.net/
Created from ever growing need for international
cooperation of meteor amateur work. Collection
This publication created by
of meteor observations by several methods from
Mark D. Puterbaugh
all around the world ensures the comprehensive
Information Services Librarian
study of meteor showers and their relation to com-
Warner Memorial Library
ets and interplanetary activity. Eastern University
The Planetary Society (mputerba@easter.edu)
http://www.planetary.org/home/ Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Inspires and involves the world's public in space
exploration through advocacy, projects, and edu- Prepared by
cation. Malinda Shannon
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