Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Hardcover. Condition: new. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). Hardcover. A thrilling journey through the solar system that merges imagination with hard science.A thrilling journey through the solar system that merges imagination with hard science.Imagine traveling to the far reaches of the solar system, pausing for close-up encounters with distant planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, accompanied by a congenial guide to the science behind what you see. What, for instance, would it be like to fly in Titan's hazy atmosphere? To walk across the surface of Mercury? To feel the rumble of a volcano brewing on one of Jupiter's largest moons? In Daydreaming in the Solar System, John Moores and Jesse Rogerson bring that dream to virtual life. Through a combination of story and science they let readers know what such an otherworldly experience would actually look, feel, and even taste like.With data gathered over the decades by our robotic spacecraft, and with Michelle Parsons's evocative illustrations, Moores and Rogerson boldly take you where no living being has gone before, along the way giving an engaging and accurate explanation of the science. Where Carl Sagan's storied "spaceship of the imagination" provided a window to outer space, Daydreaming in the Solar System opens a door, inviting readers to step through and truly explore the strange new worlds of the solar system. Undertaking this interplanetary journey powered by hard science, there is no limit to where your daydreams can take you. A thrilling journey through the solar system that merges imagination with hard science. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
Seller: The Anthropologists Closet, West Des Moines, IA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). New hardcover in a new dust jacket. 8vo. (6.38 x 0.92 x 9.31 inches) Clean text free of marks or underlining. Includes photo plates, notes and an index. 256 pp. Fast shipping in a secure book box mailer with tracking. A thrilling journey through the solar system that merges imagination with hard science. Imagine traveling to the far reaches of the solar system, pausing for close-up encounters with distant planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, accompanied by a congenial guide to the science behind what you see. What, for instance, would it be like to fly in Titan's hazy atmosphere? To walk across the surface of Mercury? To feel the rumble of a volcano brewing on one of Jupiter's largest moons? In Daydreaming in the Solar System, John Moores and Jesse Rogerson bring that dream to virtual life. Through a combination of story and science they let readers know what such an otherworldly experience would actually look, feel, and even taste like. With data gathered over the decades by our robotic spacecraft, and with Michelle Parsons's evocative illustrations, Moores and Rogerson boldly take you where no living being has gone before, along the way giving an engaging and accurate explanation of the science. Where Carl Sagan's storied "spaceship of the imagination" provided a window to outer space, Daydreaming in the Solar System opens a door, inviting readers to step through and truly explore the strange new worlds of the solar system. Undertaking this interplanetary journey powered by hard science, there is no limit to where your daydreams can take you.
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press, 1995
ISBN 10: 0521472237 ISBN 13: 9780521472234
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN:0521472237.
Hardback. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). A thrilling journey through the solar system that merges imagination with hard science. Imagine traveling to the far reaches of the solar system, pausing for close-up encounters with distant planets, moons, asteroids, and comets, accompanied by a congenial guide to the science behind what you see. What, for instance, would it be like to fly in Titan s hazy atmosphere? To walk across the surface of Mercury? To feel the rumble of a volcano brewing on one of Jupiter's largest moons? In Daydreaming in the Solar System, John Moores and Jesse Rogerson bring that dream to virtual life. Through a combination of story and science they let readers know what such an otherworldly experience would actually look, feel, and even taste like. With data gathered over the decades by our robotic spacecraft, and with Michelle Parsons s evocative illustrations, Moores and Rogerson boldly take you where no living being has gone before, along the way giving an engaging and accurate explanation of the science. Where Carl Sagan s storied spaceship of the imagination provided a window to outer space, Daydreaming in the Solar System opens a door, inviting readers to step through and truly explore the strange new worlds of the solar system. Undertaking this interplanetary journey powered by hard science, there is no limit to where your daydreams can take you.
Condition: As New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). Unread book in perfect condition.
Published by Magic Circle, 1974
Seller: Shore Books, London, United Kingdom
Magazine / Periodical
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 32 pages. Illustrated. Alan Snowden "Backstage" / C Hansford Beere "The Rambler" / Tom O'Beirne "Look Back in Wonder" / Alex McKeown #Doves" / Edwin A Dawes "A Rich Cabinet of Magical Curiosities" / John M Jarvis "Icebreaker" / G E Arrowsmith "Which Will You Have?" / Bill Worsley "4 x 4 - ????" / Len Lawrence lecture / Tom Kemp "Alf Moore's Crazy Night" / Mike O'Brien "Claano 5" (VM10).
HRD. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Hardcover. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press, 2005
ISBN 10: 0521018838 ISBN 13: 9780521018838
Seller: MyLibraryMarket, Waynesville, OH, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: New. ***Please Read*** My shelf location bn7-d-35*.
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Condition: new. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press, 1995
ISBN 10: 0521472237 ISBN 13: 9780521472234
Seller: Labyrinth Books, Princeton, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New.
Condition: NEW. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). 2024. hardcover. . . . . .
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press., 2005
ISBN 10: 0521018838 ISBN 13: 9780521018838
Seller: Universitätsbuchhandlung Herta Hold GmbH, Berlin, Germany
14 x 22 cm. 228 pages. Paperback. Versand aus Deutschland / We dispatch from Germany via Air Mail. Einband bestoßen, daher Mängelexemplar gestempelt, sonst sehr guter Zustand. Imperfect copy due to slightly bumped cover, apart from this in very good condition. Stamped. Sprache: Englisch.
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). 264 pages. 9.50x6.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). 2024. hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). In.
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press, 2005
ISBN 10: 0521018838 ISBN 13: 9780521018838
Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Condition: New.
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Condition: As New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). Unread book in perfect condition.
Seller: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, United Kingdom
£ 25.11
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketHardback. Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator). New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press, 2005
ISBN 10: 0521018838 ISBN 13: 9780521018838
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
£ 39.55
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Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Published by John Stockdale, London, 1809
Seller: Cosmo Books, Shropshire., United Kingdom
Booklet - Unbound Pages. Condition: Very Good. 33 pages. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Preserved in a modern card cover, prepared for practicality - an unassuming but serviceable presentation that favours function over finery. Size: 13 x 20 cms. Category: Annual Register; New Annual Register; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.
Seller: Biblios, Frankfurt am main, HESSE, Germany
Condition: New. Parsons, Michelle D. (illustrator).
Language: English
Published by Cambridge University Press 2008-08-21, 2008
ISBN 10: 0521018838 ISBN 13: 9780521018838
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
£ 38.35
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New.