This book discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of the planet Uranus.

Presents information on Pluto, the farthest known planet, and its moon, Charon. Includes a glossary and "Pluto Quick Facts."

Discusses the discovery, physical characteristics, moons, and exploration of the fifth closest planet to the Sun.

Discusses the Sun's physical characteristics, its effect on the Earth, and what human beings have learned about it.

This book discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of Neptune.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of the planet Jupiter.

This book discusses the orbit, physical characteristics, and exploration of the Moon.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of the planet Venus.

This book discusses the orbit, physical characteristics, and exploration of the sun.

This work provides a comprehensive and up-to-date description of the planets and their moons. Writing at an introductory level appropriate for high school and undergraduate students, Professor Lang leads the reader on a fascinating journey of exploration to the worlds beyond our home planet Earth. The books begins with a short introduction to the history of planetary observation and discovery. The major planets and their moons are then introduced...