Couper, Heather

Discusses how we know about black holes, how they affect matter around them, and what would happen if you got inside one.

An introduction to the history of astronomy that explores various discoveries, important theories, and significant individuals in the field; features interviews with twenty-six notable astronomers, including Stephen Hawking; and includes full-color photographs.

Describes the features, phases, eclipses, and exploration of the moon.

An introduction to the sun, earth, moon, solar system, stars, and our galaxy.

Describes the characteristics of different types of galaxies focusing on the Milky Way and its inhabitants, 100 billion stars.

An imaginary journey through space explores the solar system, earth, stars, scale of the universe, and evidence of life in the universe.

Discusses light years, starbirth, double stars, supernovae, pulsars black holes, and other aspects of the stars.

A comprehensive guide to astronomy and space travel, arranged by such topics as "Observing the Universe, " "Exploring Space, " "Planets & Moons, " "Stars & Beyond, " and "Practical Stargazing.".

Dicusses "our local star, " its characteristics, activities, origins, and some of its mysteries.