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An astronomy educator at such well-known observatories as the Lowell and Wilson offers a quick tour of current knowledge about the universe via common questions and answers, quick facts, and an overview of space exploration. Basic illustrations are eclipsed by color images of a rover exploring Mars, the planets, nebulas, and other heavenly bodies. Suitable for teen to adult space enthusiasts. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR More Reviews and Recommendations Melanie Melton Knocke (La Crescenta, CA), the former director of science education and public outreach at the Mount Wilson Observatory and Lowell Observatory, is a writer and web editor for The Planetary Society (http://planetary.org) and the author of Observing for the Fun of It, Will Black Holes Devour the Universe? And 100 Other Questions & Answers about Astronomy, and Astronomy with Binoculars. |
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