astronomical observatories

Introductory text and full-color images explore the physical characteristics of the Hubble Telescope and how it is helping scientists learn more about space.

Presents over three hundred-fifty photographs and drawings of some of the great observatories of the world including those in Hawaii and New Mexico, and examines the history and location of each facility, plans for future observatories, and the technology involved in their development.

Presents sixty images from outer space taken by the Hubble Space Telescope, depicting planets, stars, gas clouds, galaxies, and remote quasars, with essays that explain the science behind the pictures and discuss the significance of the discoveries made by the telescope.

Explores the scientific principles, and technical breakthroughs that allow complex orbiting astronomical observatories to increase the world's understanding of the universe.

Examines the history, development, and operation of telescopes, where observatories are located, and some of the startling discoveries made by telescopes detecting radio, gamma, and ultraviolet waves.

A chronological presentation of the launching of satellites for observation of the solar system and deep space, with a discussion of what we have learned from such satellites.

Max and his older brother Pete learn about stars, planets, and galaxies when their father takes them to an astronomical observatory.

"An introduction to observatories in space with information about their history and use. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to observatories on Earth with information about their history and use. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.