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Five major sections concentrate on the universe from our observatory Earth, the planets, the sun and stars, nebulae and galaxies, and how it all works. An introductory page to each section is followed by double-page spreads on specific topics. Such topics as "Clouds That Never Rain," "Mapping the Sky," and "Wormholes in Space" intrigue and lead the reader to a fresh view of the macrocosm we inhabit. Each topic is highlighted by readable, stimulating text, spectacular art and photography, colorful diagrams, informative captions, and a sidebar that leads the reader to connections with related ideas. Feature boxes that relate to science or scientists add historical or technological interest. The extensive use of analogies allows the reader to make associations with familiar items or experiences such as likening geysers on a moon of Neptune to a coffee percolator or the colors of the stars to the heated metal in a foundry.
A welcome addition to any collection for budding scientist or curious information seeker, The Universe Explained is recommended for all school or public libraries. Reading any topic in this book is like taking an excursion to an astronomy exhibition or space museum.
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