Robin Kerrod

Provides an in-depth, comprehensive look at the universe with a unique integration of words and pictures. Topics covered include: black holes, galaxies, the solar system, asteroids, meteors, meterorites, stars, quasars and more.

An introduction to the planet Saturn, with information about its atmosphere, rings, and moons.

Introduces the moon, its properties, formation, and exploration.

Introduces asteroids, comets and meteors, including their origin, composition, orbits, and effects on Earth and other bodies in the solar system.

Presents questions and answers about the universe, including the sun, earth, moon, and other planets, stars, and galaxies.

Demonstrates how to observe the stars with binoculars or the naked eye, introduces the main constellations, and describes how astronomers study the universe. An international bestseller for more than a decade, The Star Guide has been the bible for stargazers everywhere. Now, Robin Kerrod, one of the world's leading writers on astronomy and space, has expertly updated this invaluable resource to include the most recent developments in astronomical...

Describes the two largest planets in our solar system, including their formation, location, appearance, and moons.

Describes the characteristics of the three most distant planets in the solar system--Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.