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Mars

A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Red Planet

Royal Observatory Greenwich author Collins Astronomy author Brendan Owens author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:12th Sep '24

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Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Mars exploration with this must-have guide for astronomy enthusiasts

The perfect gift for anyone eager to learn more about the Red Planet

Discover all you need to know about Mars – including the historic, cultural and scientific background and exploratory missions – with this accessible guide for aspiring and seasoned astronomers, packed full of stunning images.

The perfect gift for anyone eager to learn more about the Red Planet

Discover all you need to know about Mars – including the historic, cultural and scientific background and exploratory missions – with this accessible guide for aspiring and seasoned astronomers, packed full of stunning images.

· Learn about humanity’s fascination with Mars from antiquity to the modern day

· Read about the evolution of the planet, its moons and all the facts and figures

· Discover how to study Mars with the essential equipment for observation and photography

· Comes with an “Atlas” to help you find your way around the planet when looking at images

· Includes resources for further study and a glossary of key terms

Mars gives you a complete understanding of one of the true wonders of our Solar System and leaves you prepared for the adventure of a lifetime, including what the future holds and the potential for manned missions.

ISBN: 9780008604325

Dimensions: 210mm x 148mm x 5mm

Weight: 160g

112 pages