An Explorer's Guide to the Universe

Our search for knowledge about the universe has been remarkable, heartbreaking, fantastical, and inspiring, and this search is just beginning. This series takes readers through a virtual time warp of our discovery. From the nascent space programs of the 1960s to today's space tourism and the promise of distant planet colonization, readers will be transfixed. Along the way on this journey of the mind, Earth-bound explorers gain keen insight into the celestial phenomena that have fascinated humans for centuries. Thrilling narratives about indefatigable scientific contributors and technological advances will rouse the imagination. Each book is lavished with photographs and illustrations that transport readers more deeply into the interstellar action.

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Series Review: An Explorer's Guide to the Universe
"The series is written for those students who enjoy the night skies and beyond. Detail is in-depth so even the adult reader will benefit from these titles. This series would be extremely valuable for the reference collection and science staff."
--Library Media Connection

Series Review: An Explorer's Guide to the Universe
"The set is an excellent introduction to astronomy and space exploration...the set succeeds in collating many disparate bits of information into a cohesive whole. This set would be a good first stop for students preparing science research papers."
--VOYA Magazine
Library Set List: $305.13 / S&L: $259.35

Reading Level: 9

Interest Level: 9-12+

Product type : Library Set
ISBN : 978-1-6153-0031-0
Copyright : 2010
Language : English
Category : History, Technology
Pages : 208
Trim : 7 3/8" x 9 1/4"
Subject : History, Technology
BISAC : SCI005000
Bibliography • Introductory and Epilogue Material • Index • Sidebars • Glossary
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Manned Spaceflight

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The Inner Solar System

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The Outer Solar System

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Unmanned Space Missions

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The Milky Way and Beyond

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Astronomical Observations

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The Universe

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