Astronomy

From Halley to Hale-Bopp, this is a beautifully illustrated introduction to the wonders of our solar system--and beyond. The authors chronicle the dramatic space race, the moon landings, investigations of space probes in and beyond our solar system, and explain the functions of shuttles and space stations. 180 color photos and illustrations.

Astronomy on the Personal Computer

This resource ". . . goes further than its predecessors . . . breaks new ground for the beginner . . . each chapter covers a single computational routine and concludes with a complete program or module . . . an excellent book . . ".--"Sky & Telescope" (on the first edition). The new edition includes new Windows compatible software. 45 illus.

National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our Universe

Text, photographs, paintings, and maps explore the history of astronomy, the solar system, the universe, and new space discoveries.

Astronomy: A Self Teaching Guide

This edition has been updated completely and features amazing new discoveries and the latest developments such as the Neptune flyby and the Hubble space telescope. It retains the self-instructional format and clear writing style that made it popular.

The Young Oxford Book of Astronomy

Featuring "Fact Files" on each planet, plus highlights of important discoveries, the authors set out the aims and methods of astronomy, such as how astronomers map the universe. 145 illustrations, 138 in color.

1001 Things Everyone Should Know about the Universe

In the most comprehensive, entertaining and readable survey of modern astronomy you'll ever find, distinguished astronomer William Gutsch illuminates the theories of Galileo and Newton, discusses what Venus can teach us about the greenhouse effect, and explains why Mars is the red planet.

The Space Atlas: A Pictorial Guide to Our Universe

An overview of the planets, moons, and other bodies of the solar system, as well as distant stars, galaxies, and other celestial phenomena.

Advanced Amateur Astronomy

Available for the first time in North America, this advanced guide is designed to take your evening explorations to new heights. The author provides essential information on telescope optics, the atmosphere, astrophotography, electronic imaging, and telescope hardware. Chapters on photometry, spectroscopy and radio astronomy bring observational astronomy to a level where data of real scientific value can be acquired. 128 photos.

Facts on File Stars and Planets Atlas

From the cold moons of Jupiter to the volcanoes of Mars, this newly revised edition takes young readers on a guided tour of the planets. In astonishing detail, this richly illustrated resource investigates a range of space-related phenomena, including black holes, supernovae, asteroids, comets, and stars and constellations. An index, tables, and reproductions of space-related stamps from around the world complete this mesmerizing tour. Full-color photos, maps, diagrams.

The Grand Tour: A Traveler's Guide to the Solar System

This updated version of the bestselling guide includes 10 new chapters, 52 new and/or revised paintings, 24 new photos, and new drawings and maps. Through lush art and up-to-the-minute science, readers witness the unprecedented discoveries made by astronomers working with space probes of the last decade.

The NASA Atlas of the Solar System

An unparalleled collection of information gathered by NASA's space missions throughout our solar system. The authors describe and map every planet, moon and small body that has been the subject of a NASA mission. Using nontechnical language, they present a summary of our present understanding of the nature of these objects and the processes that have shaped their surfaces. Full color.