Bibliograph

Universe, the definitive visual guide, general editor, Martin Rees

Type

Label

Universe, the definitive visual guide, general editor, Martin Rees

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Universe

Oclc number

1192498769

Responsibility statement

general editor, Martin Rees

Sub title

the definitive visual guide

Summary

Detailed profiles and stunning visuals explore every aspect of the cosmos. From the big bang to planets in our solar system and beyond, this new edition provides comprehensive and up-to-date maps of the night sky, explores the history of telescopes and the latest equipment for amateur observers, and highlights the most recent discoveries in astronomy. -- adapted from back cover

Table Of Contents

A short tour of the universe / by Martin Rees -- Introduction. What is the universe? ; The beginning and end of the universe ; The view from Earth -- Guide to the universe. The solar system ; The Milky Way ; Beyond the Milky Way -- The night sky. The constellations ; Monthly sky guide

Target audience

adult

resource.variantTitle

DK SmithsonianSmithsonian Universe

Classification