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  • The Stargazer's Handbook

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    From the craters of the Moon to the far reaches of Orion, The Stargazer's Handbook will enable you to explore space without leaving the comforts of Earth. All you need are a pair of binoculars and a clear night sky to experience the wonders of the universe.This book will take you on a journey through space, beginning with our own moon and neighboring planets before exploring the fascinating sights ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Physics in Minutes

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    Series series IN MINUTES
    Physics in Minutes covers everything you need to know about physics, condensed into 200 key topics. Each idea is explained in clear, accessible language, building from the basics, such as mechanics, waves and particles, to more complex topics, including neutrinos, string theory and dark matter.Based on scientific research proving that the brain best absorbs information visually, illustrations ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Solar System in Minutes

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    The Solar System in Minutes explains the history and features of all the major celestial bodies, including the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, the planets' main moons, the asteroids, comets, dwarf planets, and the Kuiper belt, as well as the birth, evolution, and science of the solar system and the story--and future--of its exploration.With 200 of the very ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • The Cosmic Gallery

    The Most Beautiful Images of the Universe

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    The heavens are alive with breathtaking beauty: from the incandescent surface of the Sun to the shimmering tail of a comet; the birth of planets to the death of stars; the dancing shadows of Jupiter's moons to the silhouettes of eclipses.The Cosmic Gallery contemplates the entire cosmos as a grand celestial art exhibit. In six thematically organized chapters, Giles Sparrow presents an array of ... Read more

    Was $4.99 USD Now $2.99 USD

  • The Universe

    In 100 Key Discoveries

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    This stunning collection of images and essays surveys the key breakthroughs that have shaped our understanding of the universe around us - from the discovery of the solar system, to Supermassive black holes and the remote depths of the cosmos.Beginning with the theories put forward for the origin of our universe - the Big Bang and its rivals - and ending with what the eventual fate of our cosmos ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • Astronomy in Minutes

    200 Key Concepts Explained in an Instant

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    Series series IN MINUTES
    What happens when a star dies? How many asteroids are in our solar system? Can galaxies collide? What is dark energy? Astronomy in Minutes answers all these questions and more as it condenses 200 key concepts into easily digestible essays.From Trojan asteroids to stellar black holes, and from superclusters to cosmic microwave background, this book will take you on an essential tour around the ... Read more

    $2.99 USD

  • The Big Book of Science

    The Ultimate Children's Guide

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    From brain cells and the Big Bang to energy and elements, this beautiful encyclopedia brings together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, and eye-opening images. Key concepts are explained with clarity but accuracy by an expert author; and brought to life by carefully chosen images, which showcase extraordinary photography. This title should find a place on the bookshelves of all children ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Spaceflight

    The Complete Story from Sputnik to Curiousity

    by Giles Sparrow ...
    Narrated by Emma Hignett ...

    Unabridged

    16 hours 56 min

    Follow the compelling epic story of mankind's exploration of the final frontier with a foreword by Buzz Aldrin.This compelling story of exploration charts and celebrates humankind in space, from Sputnik's launch in 1957 through the Apollo Moon landings and the International Space Station to future missions to Mars and beyond.Spaceflight chronicles how, in the six decades that followed Sputnik, the ... Read more

    $25.99 USD

  • Smithsonian: Spaceflight, 2nd Edition

    The Complete Story from Sputnik to Curiousity

    by Giles Sparrow, Smithsonian Institution ...
    Series series DK Definitive Visual Histories
    This compelling story of exploration charts and celebrates humankind in space, from Sputnik's launch in 1957 through the Apollo Moon landings and the International Space Station to future missions to Mars and beyond.Spaceflight chronicles how, in the half-century that followed Sputnik, the world was revolutionized by space travel and exploration. The opening up of Earth's orbit to satellites led ... Read more

    $14.99 USD

  • Mars

    Explore the Mysteries of the Red Planet

    by DK, Shauna Edson, Giles Sparrow ...
    Series series Space Explorers
    This ultimate guide to Mars launches 7–9 year olds on a breathtaking journey through the past, present, and future of the Red Planet with stunning illustrations, photographs, and fascinating information.Has there ever been life on Mars? Will we be living there soon? How? Discover the past, present, and future of the mysterious Red Planet in this beautiful nonfiction book for kids. It explores the ... Read more

    $6.99 USD

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Discovery Pack: Space

    by Cath Senker, Giles Sparrow ...
    Series Book 6 - Discovery Pack
    3... 2... 1... LIFT-OFF!Packed full of out-of-this-world facts and exciting photos, this is the ultimate kids' guide to Space. Inside you'll find everything you need to know about the planets in our solar system, the Sun, moons, stars, asteroids, and space exploration.Perfect for kids aged 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Discovery Pack is a science reference series for kids, focusing on a variety of exciting ... Read more

    $4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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  • Maths in Minutes

    200 Key Concepts Explained In An Instant

    by Paul Glendinning ...
    Series series IN MINUTES
    Both simple and accessible, Maths in Minutes is a visually led introduction to 200 key mathematical ideas. Each concept is quick and easy to remember, described by means of an easy-to-understand picture and a maximum 200-word explanation. Concepts span all of the key areas of mathematics, including Fundamentals of Mathematics, Sets and Numbers, Geometry, Equations, Limits, Functions and Calculus, ... Read more

    $2.99 USD