The Synthesis of the Elements: The Astrophysical Quest for Nucleosynthesis and What It Can Tell Us About the Universe (Astrophysics and Space Science Library, 387) 2012th Edition

As a Planetary Geology professor I find this book to be very accessible to those with a limited mathematics and physics background. Understanding the synthesis of the elements is crucial for any astronomer and geologist. I highly recommend this book for the professional and serious lay scientist alike.