RAS Councillor groups up with Brian May for brand spanking new e-book

Legendary Queen guitarist and Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) Sir Brian May launched his new e-book with RAS Council member Professor Derek Ward-Thompson final week.

The pair, together with fellow co-creator J-P Metsavainio – a visible artist and astrophotographer – welcomed greater than 150 company to a launch occasion for Islands in Infinity: Galaxies 3-D on the Museum of Brands in Notting Hill, London on Thursday 13 November.

Also in attendance have been RAS Executive Director Ian Russell and Head of Operations Audie Muller.

Wearing 3-D glasses, company loved a mesmerising journey via the cosmos as they watched galaxies leap off the screen, earlier than the night concluded with a celebratory reception that includes space-themed cocktails.

Sir Brian mentioned: “For the very first time, readers will be able to enjoy stereoscopic renderings of galaxies previously only seen as flat ‘mono’ images.

“And this, coupled with a textual content from one of many world’s specialists on the evolution of galaxies, will give a uniquely new perception into the universe as it’s now perceived.

“Moreover, it’s an account understandable and enjoyable by anyone interested in the biggest subject in the universe – not just astro experts.”

Islands in Infinity: Galaxies 3-D, by Brian May, Derek Ward-Thompson and J-P Metsavainio, printed by the London Stereoscopic Company, is available for purchase at https://shop.londonstereo.com.