Baker, David

Chronicles NASA's exploration of Venus and Mercury, describing the missions and scientific discoveries made by Mariner and Pioneer.

Describes how astronomers use telescopes and other instruments to study objects in the universe.

Elaborates on forty facts about astronautics, outer space, and astronomy, from the technique used to take a shower in space to the behavior of falling objects in a vacuum.

Describes the history and design of different types of Navy fighters and their uses in combat.

Describes the goals, techniques, and specific types of planes involved in antisubmarine warfare waged from the air.

Presents an introduction to the role the CIA and the FBI play in fighting terrorism, providing information how they function to make the nation safe, intercepting threats and defeating terrorists.

Explores fifty of the most extreme regions of the Earth and our solar system. Depicts huge Martian dust devils, a 340-year-old hurricane, and volcanoes whose lava is colder than Antarctica. Provides color photos, a glossary, an index, and a list of acronyms.

Traces the development of cargo planes and describes their uses in peace and wartime missions.