- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: National Geographic Society (November 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0792273281
- ISBN-13: 978-0792273288
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From Publishers Weekly
National Geographic has always guided readers to remote regions of the world. Now it goes out of this world, with this lavish guide to the near and far reaches of the universe. Essays contributed by academics, NASA staffers and notables such as Robert Wilson (who along with Arno Penzias at Bell Labs in 1964 discovered the first evidence of the Big Bang) discuss deep space, our solar system and space travel. There are also sections on using space to study Earth and on the military and intelligence uses of space. The essays in general are readable and show the implications of astronomy for life on Earth, such as the impact of solar flares on the weather. Introductory sections explain central concepts and terms: for instance, one gives a description of the Sun’s history and mass, and defines what a sunspot is. Still, this volume will suit astronomy enthusiasts better than total novices. Everyone, however, can enjoy the gorgeous photos, such as the dramatic satellite photo of a hurricane approaching the U.S.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.
From Booklist
Glover, the primary author and editor of this exceptional book, explains its concept: "I couldn't find a 'SPACE 101' book anywhere that covered all the subjects I needed at an entry level." This is the book she wanted--arranged by concepts, not alphabetically. It is organized in six chapters: "Deep Space," "Our Solar System," "Reaching and Maneuvering in Space," "Human Spaceflight," "Earth Science and Commerce from Space," and "Military and Intelligence Uses of Space." Each chapter is written and edited by a specialist in the field and divided into subchapters that average five pages in length and are in turn broken down into smaller entries. Special essays provide more in-depth information. For example, "The Great Crash of 1994," addressing a huge asteroid that crashed into Jupiter, appears in the section on comets in the "Deep Space" chapter. Explanations are clear and basic, written for the popular audience. There are numerous charts, graphs, and time lines throughout. All measurements use the metric system. Words in bold type cross-reference other entries and subentries.
The appendix consists of double-page maps of the northern sky and the southern sky star charts with constellations, the moon, Mars, the solar system, the Milky Way, and the universe. In addition, the encyclopedia has more than 200 wonderful color pictures from NASA, the Hubble telescope, and satellite images, many of them covering a full page or a double-page spread. The captions clarify concepts in the text, rather than merely repeat it.
We have come to expect the spectacular from National Geographic, and this new encyclopedia reaffirms our faith. Libraries and homes will both want this breathtaking book. Robin Hoelle
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28 of 35 people found the following review helpful
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Not very impressed, Jan 11 2005
By German V. Kazakov "Gera" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: National Geographic Encyclopedia of Space (Hardcover)
While I'm not very impressed by the book in general - it's far from what my conception of 'encyclopedia' is, I am impressed by number of misprints/errors I came over shortly after opening the book. For example, I learned that the edge of space is at 1,025 kilmeters (page 331) and the first manned space flight was in April 12, 1959 (page 334). Will probably keep this book as a picture album because illustrations are rather nice.
18 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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Spectacular!, Nov 4 2004
By J. L. Comeau - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: National Geographic Encyclopedia of Space (Hardcover)
This magnificently written and illustrated book is like taking a flight through space without leaving the comfort of your reading chair! Our unique human desire to explore the heavens is herein celebrated and our subsequent civilian/military applications of discoveries to date are explained with clarity and detail in entertaining and comprehensive essays supported by wondrous photos of our cosmos, clearly understandable charts, graphs and illustrations. Ms. Glover has provided us all with a gorgeous, mind-expanding, rigorously intelligent, captivating and delightful book about a subject that interests us all. A superlative achievement and a grand volume.
9 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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2 stars only, Dec 3 2005
By Billy Joe McGraw "Bill" - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: National Geographic Encyclopedia of Space (Hardcover)
This book is not really up to date as far as I am concerned!Mostly old stuff! Actually I wish I had gone to a book store
and reviewed what they have first hand. This is a lot of money
for its' worth!
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