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Summary
It is hard to conceptualize both the scale and the mind-boggling diversity of the Universe, but this book changes that. Come along on a vivid experiential journey to explore some of the Universe's most intriguing places, and along the way understand the amazing history of the Cosmos. A series of rich, full-bleed spreads give stunning snapshots of distant galactic locations as the reader journeys further and further from Earth--from red cold Mars (3 light minutes away) to a massive Supernova(10,000 light years away) and beyond. The eye-popping visuals take center stage here--the writing is concise and unobtrusive, allowing the reader a visceral sense of awe and wonder. A full reference section at the back of the book brings together the scientific information in a timeline for further exploration. This exciting new approach will capture the imagination of today's visual thinkers like never before.
Author Notes
Dr Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University, where he also obtained his PhD in astrophysics. He was formerly the head of Acoustics at the UKÃ*s National Physical Laboratory and is now an author of non-fiction books for children.
Mark A. Garlick is a freelance illustrator and author with a strong scientific background. He has a BachelorÃ*s degree in astronomy from University College London (UCL) and a PhD. in astrophysics from the Mullard Space Science Laboratory. His digital illustrations cover a broad range of scientific subjects, from EarthÃ*s natural history to space technology.
Reviews (2)
Kirkus Review
A handsome, tightly constructed exploration of our solar system, galaxy and beyond. Here, poetically described, are many of the denizens of our galaxy, our friends the moons of fire, the asteroids of gold, star nurseries, supernovae, cosmic lighthouses, brown dwarfs--all rendered in near-photorealistic artwork by Garlick. Along with the illustrations' phantasmagoric colors, Goldsmith's text keeps readers' attention with just the right amount of information and a little frisson of spooky pleasure added in: "Out here at the cold edge of the solar system, strange, dark worlds of ice and rock drift slowly by on their centuries-long journey around the distant Sun--a star that is no more than a bright spark in the black sky." The author ventures ever deeper into the universe, but for the most part sticks to our galaxy, which is a strange enough space. Every now and then readers might wish for a colossal image from the Hubble or other deep-space probe, but small windows mostly do the trick, as with the photo of our galactic heart, with its breathtaking, uncountable populations of yellow, white, blue and red stars. Garlick is no slouch in the eye-pop department. Included are a very helpful glossary and a website resource guide. Should keep any young sky watcher enthralled, and the text, despite its fleetness, provides plenty of illumination of the deep-space dark. (Nonfiction. 8-14)]] Copyright Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
Booklist Review
An extremely visual format, concise descriptions, and carefully defined terminology all serve to make this astronomy book an accessible choice for young readers in spite of its abstract content. The furthest reaches of the known universe are discussed, including the most cutting-edge and up-to-date intergalactic science. With their mesmerizing realism, Garlick's illustrations could easily be confused with photography, and the fact boxes on each spread offer up both general and highly specific information. The mysterious, stardust-clouded center of the Milky Way; the recently discovered dark matter that holds clusters of stars together; and the intense magnetic fields of neutron stars are only a few of the many topics explored. Both the author and illustrator of this book hold PhDs in astrophysics, but don't worry about things getting too heady. The information is presented in a matter-of-fact way that celebrates the overwhelming awe that comes with studying the mysteries of deep space.--Anderson, Erin Copyright 2010 Booklist