Springer Highlights of Astronomy: Part II (IAU 4-2) 1976

Explore significant scientific developments with Highlights of Astronomy: Part II. This volume is part of the International Astronomical Union Highlights series and captures essential findings presented at the XVIth General Assembly in 1976. As the fourth volume in this established series, it focuses on the scientific highlights from the Grenoble General Assembly. This specific part serves as a specialized collection to manage the extensive content of the assembly. It includes the full texts of Invited Discourses delivered by Prof. J.-C. Pecker and Dr. C. Sagan. Additionally, readers will find an abstract of the paper by Dr. P. Morrison. This book provides a direct look at the academic discussions and proceedings that shaped astronomical research during this period. It is a valuable resource for those studying the history of astronomy and the evolution of scientific discourse within the international community.