We live in a truly golden age of astronomy and space exploration that may allow us to unravel some of the biggest mysteries of all: How did the Universe begin? Are there other Earth-like planets out there? Are we alone? "The Space Book" is a gateway into these kinds of questions - and more - for anyone interested in the worlds beyond our planet. Expanding the series that began with the highly successful volume "The Math Book" (9781402757969), astronomer and planetary scientist Astronomer Jim Bell presents 250 of the most groundbreaking astronomical events, from the formation of galaxies to the recent discovery of water ice on Mars. Beautiful photographs or illustrations accompany each entry. Open the book to any page to discover some new wonder or mystery about the Universe around us.
- ISBN13 9781402780714
- Publish Date 7 May 2013
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Out of Print 15 March 2021
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Sterling Publishing Co Inc
- Imprint Sterling
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 528
- Language English