Book
Planets, Stars, and Galaxies : a visual encyclopedia of our universe / written and illustrated by David A. Aguilar ; contributing writers, Christine Pulliam & Patricia Daniels.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781426301704 (hc)
- ISBN: 9781426301711 (lib. bdg.)
- Physical Description: 191 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, c2007.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
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| Subject: | Astronomy Galaxies Solar system |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud Branch | J 520 Agu | 31681001850023 | JNONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Illustrations, photographs, star charts, moon maps, and scientific diagrams are compiled in a reference tool that explores the new solar system, the birth and death of stars, black holes, and space engineering. - Baker & Taylor
Vivid illustrations, rich photos, side bars, questions, star charts, moon mats, and scientific diagrams are compiled in a comprehensive reference tool that explores the new solar system, the birth of stars, Saturn's ring, and so much more. - Book News
Beginning with a foreword by the first space tourist, this tour of the universe--the observable one and other possible ones--is based on the latest scientific information. Through text, new images of space, and his outstanding computer-generated illustrations, Aguilar (Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics) applies a lifelong curiosity to the big questions about the origins and reach of life. This volume for young readers includes scientists' and astronauts' firsthand accounts, a time line of the solar system, and glossary. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) - Grand Central Pub
Finally, it's here! The farthest reaches of our universe captured in atlas form for young readers. Planets, Stars, and Galaxies is the space book that pushes the boundaries of man's ultimate frontier. The engaging, educational text, written in collaboration with National Geographic experts, includes the latest discoveries about our universe; while specially commissioned artwork by the author illuminates page after page. Exciting as well as enlightening, Planets, Stars, and Galaxies belongs on every family bookshelf, providing easy reference for school reports and compelling reading on the myriad mysteries beyond our world. With vivid illustrations and superb photography, this beautiful book puts the wonders of space into every child's hands. This engaging, provocative reference work includes: the new solar system including dwarf planets Pluto, Ceres, and Eris;the latest developments in space exploration, science, and researchâhow a star is born and dies, "weird worlds," the "galactic zoo," and more;fun facts about space and amazing new imagesâSaturn's rings, Jupiter's moons, and Hubble's deep-space view;first-hand accounts from scientists and astronautsâwhat it's like to study the universe and to live in space;a fascinating look into our future in space: What space travel might hold in a reader's own lifetimeâmoon colonies, hotels on Mars? How will the universe end?questions to ponder, such as "Is there other life in the universe?"an illustrated timeline of space research and exploration, star charts, moon maps, fact boxes, and helpful scientific diagrams. - Random House, Inc.
Finally, it's here! The farthest reaches of our universe captured in atlas form for young readers. Planets, Stars, and Galaxies is the space book that pushes the boundaries of man's ultimate frontier. The engaging, educational text, written in collaboration with National Geographic experts, includes the latest discoveries about our universe; while specially commissioned artwork by the author illuminates page after page.
Exciting as well as enlightening, Planets, Stars, and Galaxies belongs on every family bookshelf, providing easy reference for school reports and compelling reading on the myriad mysteries beyond our world. With vivid illustrations and superb photography, this beautiful book puts the wonders of space into every child's hands. This engaging, provocative reference work includes: the new solar system including dwarf planets Pluto, Ceres, and Eris;the latest developments in space exploration, science, and research—how a star is born and dies, "weird worlds," the "galactic zoo," and more;fun facts about space and amazing new images—Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons, and Hubble's deep-space view;first-hand accounts from scientists and astronauts—what it's like to study the universe and to live in space;a fascinating look into our future in space: What space travel might hold in a reader's own lifetime—moon colonies, hotels on Mars? How will the universe end?questions to ponder, such as "Is there other life in the universe?"an illustrated timeline of space research and exploration, star charts, moon maps, fact boxes, and helpful scientific diagrams.
