Discover Science: Solar System

by Goldsmith, Mike

• ISBN13: 9780753464472
• ISBN10: 0753464470
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-08-17
• Publisher: Kingfisher

Summary

Solar System is the perfect introduction to the fascinating subject of space and the vast, mysterious worlds that make up our solar system. From the flaming prominences of the sun to the bubbling volcanoes of Venus, the lifeless craters on the moon, Saturn's swirling rings, giant Jupiter's great red spot, and much more, this book will inspire young astronomers with its fantastic photography and age appropriate delivery.

Author Biography

Dr. Mike Goldsmith has a Ph.D. in astrophysics and studies the philosophy of time and space. He is the head of acoustic at the United Kingdom's National Physical Laboratory. An author of more than twenty nonfiction books for children, he was nominated for the Aventis Prize for Science, Junior Section.

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With glossy color pages, abundant visals, and descriptive prose, this Discover Science series title provides an accessible introduction to earth's solar system. Printed in a large font, the text is well suited to newly, independent readers' abilities as it simply conveys concepts such as gravity ("a force that pulls things toward one another") and occasionally uses familiar comparisons to aid comprehension. . . . this title offers a lively overview that will interest budding astronomers looking for personal reading choices.