outer space

Traces the history of space exploration, discusses the development of technology that enabled the exploration of the solar system and beyond, looks at the moon landing and other space missions, and considers the future of the space program.

Text and photographs discuss how sunlight can be used to propel spacecraft equipped with sails to reach destinations now beyond the reach of conventional craft.

Photographs, art, and activities introduce the principles of astronomy and the devices used to measure and observe space.

Traces the history of mankind's venture into outer space from the first attempts at flight to the sending of human beings to the moon.

Postulates what life would be like living in a colony on Mars and presents up-to-date scientific knowledge of that planet.

Presents three hundred color photos taken by the Hubble Space Telescope and describes the findings the telescope has provided about the universe, discussing galaxies, solar systems, the birth and death of stars, and the reasons Pluto was demoted to non-planetary status.

Text and photographs examine the history of space exploration from the first rocket pioneers to the possibilities of space exploration in the future.

Provides basic information on the history of space exploration from the earliest telescopes to the robots that collect data on Mars.

Simple text, amazing photographs and detailed illustrations introduce young readers to the wonders of the Universe.

Provides information about space travel, looking at some of the missions that have been undertaken by the United States, and discusses possible future expeditions into outer space.