From the formation of the Solar System to the Moon landings, from the possibilities of life on other planets to how stars shine, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Space & Space Exploration investigates the cosmos and humankind's efforts to understand it. Including more than 2,000 color photographs and artworks, the book covers and wide range of topics: from the effects of the Moon on the Earth's tides to exploring the most distant stars, and from the Great Bear to meteorites to the first dog in space.
Accessibly written for the general reader, The Illustrated Enclyclopedia of Space & Space Exploration will inspire and educate anyone interested in finding out more about what makes up our universe.
From the formation of the Solar System to the Moon landings, from the possibilities of life on other planets to how stars shine, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Space & Space Exploration investigates the cosmos and humankind's efforts to understand it. Including more than 2,000 color photographs and artworks, the book covers and wide range of topics: from the effects of the Moon on the Earth's tides to exploring the most distant stars, and from the Great Bear to meteorites to the first dog in space.
Accessibly written for the general reader, The Illustrated Enclyclopedia of Space & Space Exploration will inspire and educate anyone interested in finding out more about what makes up our universe.
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Space and Space Exploration
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781435154902 |
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Publisher: | Metro Books |
Publication date: | 07/15/2014 |
Pages: | 512 |
Sales rank: | 45,817 |
Product dimensions: | 8.80(w) x 11.20(h) x 1.30(d) |
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