DK Smithsonian Universe : : the Definitive Visual Guide
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Includes index.
A short tour of the universe / by Martin Rees -- Introduction. What is the universe? ; The beginning and end of the universe ; The view from Earth -- Guide to the universe. The solar system ; The Milky Way ; Beyond the Milky Way -- The night sky. The constellations ; Monthly sky guide.
Detailed profiles and stunning visuals explore every aspect of the cosmos. From the big bang to planets in our solar system and beyond, this new edition provides comprehensive and up-to-date maps of the night sky, explores the history of telescopes and the latest equipment for amateur observers, and highlights the most recent discoveries in astronomy. -- adapted from back cover
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PUBLISHED
New York : DK Publishing, 2020.
Year Published: 2020
Description: 528 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 31 cm
Language: English
Format: Book
ISBN/STANDARD NUMBER
9781465499950
1465499954
ADDITIONAL CREDITS
Rees, Martin J., 1942-
DK Publishing, Inc.
Smithsonian Institution.
SUBJECTS
Cosmology -- Popular works.
Cosmology -- Pictorial works.
Universe -- Popular works.
Universe -- Pictorial works.
Illustrated works.