Universe
Published on 6. October 2005
Book
Hardback
512 pages
978-1-4053-1071-0 (ISBN)
Description
The ultimate guided tour of space, from the heart of our solar system to the farthest limits of space. Features the latest discoveries in astronomy plus spectacular star charts and stunning images from the latest space probes and telescopes. Out-of-this-world reference for all the family.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Dimensions
Height: 311 mm
Width: 261 mm
Thickness: 34 mm
Weight
2672 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4053-1071-0 (9781405310710)
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Giles Sparrow is a writer specializing in astronomy and space science.He has degrees in astronomy and science communication, and has worked for 15 years as an editor and author, writing on subjects ranging from particle physics to geography.An avid follower of the unfolding story of space exploration, he has written on space technology and the history of spaceflight in a wide range of books, including DK Publishing's bestselling Universe. ?
Ian Ridpath is an award-winning writer, broadcaster, and lecturer on astronomy, having previously worked at the University of London Observatory. A fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, he is the editor of the Oxford Dictionary of Astronomy and Norton's Star Atlas, which is considered by many to be the amateur astronomer's bible. He has written or edited more than 40 books, including several standard guides to the night sky, and many articles on astronomy.
Ian Ridpath is an award-winning writer, broadcaster, and lecturer on astronomy, having previously worked at the University of London Observatory. A fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, he is the editor of the Oxford Dictionary of Astronomy and Norton's Star Atlas, which is considered by many to be the amateur astronomer's bible. He has written or edited more than 40 books, including several standard guides to the night sky, and many articles on astronomy.