Carole Stott crafts accessible yet deeply informative explorations of astronomy and space, drawing on her extensive experience as a former curator and head of the Greenwich Royal Observatory. Her writing demystifies complex cosmic phenomena, making the wonders of the universe engaging for a broad audience. Through her work, Stott aims to spark curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of our place in the cosmos.
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.
This is one of a series of pocket-sized guides on a range of subjects. Arranged thematically for easy reference, each Pocket has been written by a subject expert in a way that aims to make the information easily accessible to readers aged 8 and up. The reference section at the back contains extra facts and figures.
Carole Stott provides an intergalactic adventure. From neighbouring planets in the Solar System to the mysteries of deep space, she explores the starry material of our galaxy and beyond.
Showing you what others only tell you. Discover the history and origins of the universe and observe the stars and galaxies with over 100 star charts and profiles of all 88 constellations. Includes a month-by-month guide to highlights of the night sky. Perfect for any enthusiast this is the definitive visual guide to enjoying and appreciating astronomy.
A comprehensive overview of our Universe - what it is, where it came from and how we discovered it. This intriguing, information-rich new reference book contains over 300 stunning images from the Hubble Telescope and leading observatories from around the world as well as diagrams to explain the finer points of theory. With extensive sections on everything from the Solar System to how stars form Stars & Planets will appeal to beginners and the serious stargazer alike.
Delve into the wonders of the solar system with engaging insights about celestial bodies, from Venus's volcanoes to Jupiter's storms. The book offers intriguing facts about space shuttles, astronaut life, and the mysteries of stars, while also contemplating humanity's future in space exploration. Each page is designed to captivate readers with fascinating discoveries about the universe.
The perfect introduction to space, featuring exploding stars, ringed planets, floating astronauts and much more. This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way.
A collection of many facts about outer space.
Explore the wonders of our solar system—a corner of the universe that astronomers understand more fully every day. Starting at the sun, the center of it all, we move outward, planet by planet, and then beyond. From Mercury's prehistoric cataclysm to Uranus's uncommon axial tilt, the superb research and stunning images will captivate both keen stargazers and newcomers alike. The gorgeous photographs—which include newly taken photos of Mars from Curiosity along with others from recent satellites, manned spaceflights, the International Space Station, and the Hubble telescope—bring the night sky to life.
Describes and illustrates the astronomical aspects of the sky, including constellations, planets, moons, and the astronomer's role in observing these.
