Meet the pioneers of S.T.E.A.M. and discover their fascinating life stories and inspirations with the Masterminds series. Katherine Johnson was a mathematician who played a key role in calculating how to land on the moon. Featured in the 2016 movie "Hidden Figures," Johnson was one of the greatest mathematical minds in U.S. history. Masterminds readers will learn how influential figures in S.T.E.A.M., like Johnson, made massive contributions to their fields and how their stories and discoveries...
A to Z of Scientists in Space and Astronomy
by Joseph Angelo and Deborah Todd
Commercial Space Exploration (Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints)
A stunning gift for admirers of astrophotography. From the number one Astronomy publisher, this book showcases the most spectacular space photography, taken from locations across the globe. Marvel at the wonders of the universe captured by the most talented astrophotographers. Be captivated by 140 winning and shortlisted images from the 2023 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich. These awe-inspiring images are submitted in...
Find out how Big Bang created our universe, explore the surface of the moon, go by satellite to the fiery sun, and follow the life of a star.
Pluto has not been a planet since 2006. But this tiny world still inspires people of all ages while sparking controversy. In this delightfully witty book, astronomer Dean Regas teaches you how to educate your grown-up about the cutting-edge science of space, most crucially the reason why Pluto is NOT a planet any more. Delving into the history of space discoveries, the key players who have helped our understanding of the universe (including the 11-year-old girl who named Pluto in the first place...
Prepare for lift-off and let our friendly astronaut guides take you on an awesome exploration of all things space! Fact-hungry cosmic fans can discover fascinating facts about the entire universe, of which Earth is just a tiny part. Take a closer look at the eight planets in our solar system and tour the Sun, moon stars and more. Discover… How mysterious black holes are born, according to scientistsAll about the space race, and who was the first man on the moon.What is a solar day, and which...
When Valentina Tereshkova blasted off aboard Vostok 6 on June 16, 1963, she became the first woman to rocket into space. It would be nineteen years before another woman got a chance—cosmonaut Svetlana Savitskaya in 1982—followed by American astronaut Sally Ride a year later. By breaking the stratospheric ceiling, these women forged a path for many female astronauts, cosmonauts, and mission specialists to follow. Women in Space profiles twenty-three pioneers from around the world, including Eilee...
Explore space as you’ve never known before with this children's encyclopedia perfect for a young astronomer. Forming part of a fantastic series of kid's educational books, this bold and brilliant kid's encyclopedia uses ground-breaking CGI imagery to reveal space and the universe as you've never seen them before. Informative, diverse in subject matter, easy to read and brimming with beautiful graphics, young learners can explore the incredibly detailed cross-sections and cutaways that reveal t...
Peter, 17 years old, six foot tall and good looking has started to notice a ghostly orb hanging around in his bedroom, at the home he shares with his divorced mum. He resolves to speak to it the next time it appears and just as he is about to fall asleep that evening, the orb appears. He speaks to it and it answers back. The orb turns out to be nothing to do with a spirit but is actually a contact device called a 'Visioner' belonging to an alien ambassador, who has been studying and learning abo...
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The Size, Composition, and Surface Features of the Planets Orbiting the Sun (Contemporary Discourse in the Field of Astronomy)
Inside this mega-jam-packed book are fifty fact-tastic ways to advance and improve your astronomy skills so you’ll never feel alone in the universe again! Learn amazing space-related tricks such as how to watch a solar eclipse safely and mapping stars from your own back garden, right down to expertly simplifying the supermassive numbers and distances involved in the space between space so you’ll never forget them. With Cool Astronomy, you’ll discover everything you need to know about t...
What to Expect from Flight Training! When You Want to Become a Commercial Pilot (The Pilot Career, #2)
by Vesa Turpeinen
FAR/AIM 2022: Up-to-Date FAA Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual (Far/Aim Federal Aviation Regulations)
All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully Updated If you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book is an indispensable resource for members of the aviation community, as well as for aspiring pilots l...
An official publication of the Federal Aviation Administration, this is the ultimate technical manual for anyone who flies or wants to learn to fly a helicopter.If you’re preparing for private, commercial, or flight instruction pilot certificates, it’s more than essential reading—it’s the best possible study guide available, and its information can be lifesaving. In authoritative and easy-to-understand language, here are explanations of general aerodynamics and the aerodynamics of flight, naviga...