Summary

Explore the visual beauty of the cosmos, from near-Earth orbit to the edges of the known universe. Significant celestial objects are presented in crisp detail, from the planets and moons of the solar system to the most distant galaxies . Includes overviews of the history of astronomy, telescopes and observatories, and the development of space exploration . Detailed, full-page photos from the great orbiting observatories like Chandra and Hubble, archival images, and memorable photographic firsts. 271 images in total. Hardcover, 144 pages