universe

Text and over one thousand illustrations offer information about the universe, defining what it is and covering what is in it, the solar system, the Earth and moon, and how it is observed. Includes glossary.

Provides an introduction to today's scientific ideas about the cosmos and reviews past theories. Also covers black holes, quarks, antimatter, and other mysteries of physics.

Provides information about stars, the sun and the planets, comets, and other astronomical phenomena.

Provides an introduction to today's scientific ideas about the cosmos and reviews past theories. Also covers black holes, quarks, antimatter, and other mysteries of physics.

Explains how astronomers are using new kinds of telescopes, computerized cameras, and space probes to generate new theories about the universe and its mysteries.

An introduction to the various physical theories believed to underlie the origins of the universe.

Presents miscellaneous facts about the stars, planets, and other things whirling about in outer space.

Volume one of a four-volume set which explores the origins and development of the universe, Earth, various biomes and habitats, and the theory of evolution.

Recreation of great discoveries in astronomy throughout history showing that modern understanding of the universe has been shaped and directed by a variety of people and procedures whose common experience was curiosity.

Provides color images of the universe taken with the aid of the Hubble Space Telescope, and includes descriptive captions, as well as information about Edwin Hubble, the man for whom the telescope was named.