Carole Stott creëert toegankelijke maar diepgaande verkenningen van astronomie en ruimte, gebaseerd op haar uitgebreide ervaring als voormalig conservator en hoofd van het Greenwich Royal Observatory. Haar schrijfstijl ontmystificeert complexe kosmische verschijnselen, waardoor de wonderen van het universum boeiend worden voor een breed publiek. Met haar werk wil Stott nieuwsgierigheid wekken en een dieper begrip van onze plaats in de kosmos bevorderen.
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.
Young astronomers will discover the science behind stars and the phenomenon of weightlessness in space through engaging explanations. This book addresses common questions about the universe, making complex concepts accessible and interesting for curious minds. Perfect for sparking a love of astronomy, it encourages exploration and understanding of celestial bodies and the conditions of space travel.
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.
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.
Taking as its starting point a child's natural desire to understand the world, this is a series designed to entertain and to inform. This book focuses on astronomy, and each spread investigates a specific theme or topic, with answers to questions, plus additional snippets of information.
A collection of many facts about outer space.
Describes and illustrates the astronomical aspects of the sky, including constellations, planets, moons, and the astronomer's role in observing these.
This reference book on space exploration has been structured so that the individual themes of each spread make up a complete visual story and a self-contained module of information. It is part of a series of books which provide reference information on a variety of topics.
