Presents an introduction to astronomy, using photographs and text to explore the planets, stars, galaxies, and other aspects of the universe.
Content Note
A journey through time and space -- Nearby worlds -- Realms of the giants -- Ice worlds -- Cosmic furnaces -- Galaxies -- Into the abyss -- In search of extraterrestrials -- How the universe will end -- Telescopes for the 21st century -- Reflections on astronomical illustration.