Are you mad about space? From astronauts and asteroids to rockets and robots, this book is packed with fascinating facts and key information for all young space enthusiasts. Also includes a link to fantastic downloadable Mad About posters.
The biggest and best ever reproduction of the Space Age's most remarkable images
A complete introduction to the heavens through the tales of these 21 key stars.
A collection of some of the finest photographs of the rainforests and their flora and fauna ever taken
Focusing on the life and groundbreaking discoveries of Galileo Galilei, this book explores the rich history of astronomy from ancient times to the present. It highlights the evolution of scientific thought and the contributions of various astronomers, all enhanced by vibrant, full-color illustrations by James Weston Lewis. The narrative captures the awe of the solar system and the pivotal moments in the development of astronomy, making it a visually stunning and informative journey through the cosmos.
Explore the cosmos through a visually stunning encyclopedia that covers everything from the Big Bang to the Extremely Large Telescope. Packed with captivating photographs and CGI artwork, this guide is grounded in the latest astronomical research. Designed for children aged eight and above, it serves as an engaging and authoritative introduction to space and astronomy. As part of the Children's Discovery Library series, it combines vibrant visuals with fascinating facts, making it an excellent resource for home learning.
This book combines facts with illustrations and diagrams in full-color. Covering space science, the animal kingdom, the human body and much more, this absolutely accessible guide is written with flair and clarity, functioning both as an invaluable reference guide and an engaging read
One of four titles in Thames & Hudson's innovative new Big Idea' series, this well-informed and lucid book takes a comprehensive look at the incredible ideas and possibilities born from the simple question, What shape is space?'
What happens when a star dies? How many asteroids are in our solar system? Can galaxies collide? What is dark energy? Astronomy in Minutes answers all these questions and more as it condenses 200 key concepts into easily digestible essays. From Trojan asteroids to stellar black holes, and from superclusters to cosmic microwave background, this book will take you on an essential tour around the universe. Beginning with the specks and constellations that we see in the night sky, and then zooming in on the objects and 'matter' beyond the naked eye, Astronomy in Minutes draws on established theories and recent research. Each essay is accompanied by an image or a clear diagram to help unravel complex ideas. Beginning with the constellations and finishing with the latest cosmological theories, this is the perfect reference guide to this fascinating subject. Contents include: The celestial sphere, Piscis Austrinus, the Earth-Moon system, Io and Ganymede, Kuiper Belt Objects, Measuring stellar properties, Nuclear fusion, Red and orange dwarfs, Open star clusters, Planetary nebulae, Supernova remnants, Cosmic expansion, Quasars and blazars, Nature of spacetime, Nucleosynthesis and the Anthropic Principle.
The Ultimate Guide to the Red Planet
A virtual tour of the red planet's dramatic features and awe-inspiring landscapes, including the very latest images from the Mars reconnaissance orbiter and the Spirit and Curiosity rovers. -- Back cover.
