Exploring Space: From Galileo to the Mars Rover and Beyond - Softcover

Jenkins, Martin

 
9781406379815: Exploring Space: From Galileo to the Mars Rover and Beyond
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1406379816 ISBN 13: 9781406379815
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd, 2018

Synopsis

A fascinating account of space exploration with lavish cross-section illustrations by Stephen Biesty, covering early astronomy, rockets, the Space Race and the future of space-travel.

The extraordinary story of space exploration, from Galileo's telescope to the launch of the International Space Station – and beyond! Martin Jenkins' accessible and wide-ranging narrative covers early astronomy, the history of flight, the Space Race, the day-to-day of astronauts in the International Space Station and the possibility of extraterrestrial life, and considers where future missions might take us. Stephen Biesty's magnificent cross-section illustrations lay bare the intricate workings of space probes and shuttles, the Mars Curiosity Rover, spacesuits and Soyuz rockets. Back matter includes a comprehensive timeline and glossary of terms. With hours' worth of detail to pore over, this is the perfect gift for all space enthusiasts, young or old.

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About the Author

A conservation biologist who has worked for WWF, the UN, and as an award-winning author of wildlife books for children.

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Publisher
Walker Books Ltd
Publication date
2018
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1406379816
ISBN 13 
9781406379815
Binding
Paperback
Illustrator
Biesty Stephen
Number of pages
64

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