"Uncover the amazing story of astronomy from telescopes in space to outstanding observatories. Learn about the latest space probes, how rockets lift off, and what it's like living in the weightlessness of space. And find out about the remarkable astronauts who have spacewalked their way into history"--Provided by publisher.
General Note
"First published in 2015 by Wayland"--T.p. verso.
Content Note
Stargazing -- Optical telescopes -- Observatories -- Seeing other waves -- Radio astronomy -- Observatories in space -- Lift-off! -- Space probes -- Landers and rovers -- Space men and women -- Astronaut training -- The International Space Station -- Life in space.