Bibliograph

The new solar system, ice worlds, moons, and planets redefined, Patricia Daniels ; foreword by Robert Burnham

Type

Label

The new solar system, ice worlds, moons, and planets redefined, Patricia Daniels ; foreword by Robert Burnham

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 214) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The new solar system

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

660156095

Responsibility statement

Patricia Daniels ; foreword by Robert Burnham

Sub title

ice worlds, moons, and planets redefined

Summary

Aimed at the popular audience by experienced astronomy author Patricia and highlighted by 160 photographs, diagrams and maps, this guide explores every corner of Earth's planetary neighborhood, from the fiery sun at its center to the dark, icy realm where interstellar space begins. It's a state-of-the-art observation of the solar system as we know it today and a knowledgeable forecast of what to expect in the future, from Pluto's demotion to plutoid to the upcoming Moon mission, the likelihood of a manned expedition to Mars, and much more. From breathtaking photographs to detailed explanatory diagrams to expert essays, fascinating sidebars, and informative fact boxes, this is not just an easy-to-use reference, but also a visually stunning volume to fire the imagination of even the most casual reader.--From publisher description

Table Of Contents

Wandering stars -- The sun -- The inner planets -- Rocky dwarf planets -- The ringed planets -- Icy dwarf planets -- Are we alone? -- Exploring our home and beyond : a special supplement to The new solar system

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