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Dr. Fiorella Terenzi, noted scientist and musical performer out does herself with this cd! Dr. Terenzi's best-selling CD-ROM "Invisible Universe" blends astronomy and music into a uniquely entertaining and enlightening voyage through the stars. This CD ROM has received hundreds of "five star" reviews including the cover of UK magazine "CD ROM Today". Dr. Fiorella Terenzi brings it all to you in this entertaining and richly informative study of the universe beyond human sight. Dodging Centaurus A, reclining on the Andromeda Galaxy, exploding into the Veil Nebula, Dr. Terenzi looks beyond the range of human vision to show you the evolution of stars, black holes, and even glimpses of the origin of the universe itself. This inspired blend of science and art will transform the night sky for viewers of all ages. Invisible Universe features astounding images of 150 celestial objects viewed in light-from radio to gamma rays and investigated through hotspots, close-ups, and explanatory text. There's also over 45 minutes of spectacular QuickTime video and animations linked to detailed information and photographs of stars, planets, and galaxies. The CD-ROM also features classical maps of the night sky connected to the latest pictures and data from observatories around the world. Explore your favorite constellations in fantastic detail. You can also relax with an hour of music created by Dr. Terenzi using radio signals from distant galaxies and enjoy famous poems about the heavens read by scientists, astronauts, and celebrities including Herbie Hancock, Thomas Dolby, and Timothy Leary, recorded exclusively for this CD-ROM. |
