Cosmology’s Century: An Inside History of the Universe

In this landmark book, P. J. E. Peebles offers an unparalleled personal perspective on how the field of cosmology developed over the past century.

Peebles, one of the world's most esteemed theoretical cosmologists, describes how scientists built on Einstein's thoughts and many new measurements to arrive at a well-tested physical theory of the structure and evolution of our expanding universe.

He explores major advances, wrong turns, and unexplored roads, sharing recollections from key players and providing an inside look at how natural science is conducted.

The book covers fundamental contributions to our understanding of helium and microwave radiation from the hot big bang, the distribution and motion of ordinary matter, and the role of dark matter.