The Universe

Discover What Lies Beyond Our Skies

Illustrated by DAWN COOPER
Ebook
On sale Nov 26, 2024 | 80 Pages | 9780593964828

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Take a journey through the solar system and on toward distant clusters of stars with this visually stunning guide to the universe.

Beginning with the Big Bang and looking forward to the future of space travel, this book is a fascinating introduction to space for budding stargazers and future astrophysicists. The Universe covers the planets of the solar system, comets, nebulae, the constellations, types of galaxies, space missions, and much more, showcasing amazing astrophotography that brings each topic to life.

Beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper are combined with up-to-date images from NASA and other space agencies to inspire young readers, and info panels, timelines, and diagrams will help demystify the science behind the wonders of space.
Abby Beall is a features editor at New Scientist magazine and a freelance science journalist, published by print and online publications including New Scientist, Astronomy Now, Daily Mail Online, EU Horizon, and BBC Focus. Abby holds a physics (MPhys) degree from Durham University and a Science Journalism MA from City University, London. Her first book, The Art of Urban Astronomy was published by Trapeze Books in 2019.

Dawn Cooper is an illustrator whose work includes nonfiction books for children, book covers, maps, and packaging, all heavily inspired by the natural world. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication.

Dawn Cooper is an illustrator whose work includes nonfiction books for children, book covers, maps, and packaging, all heavily inspired by the natural world. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication.

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Take a journey through the solar system and on toward distant clusters of stars with this visually stunning guide to the universe.

Beginning with the Big Bang and looking forward to the future of space travel, this book is a fascinating introduction to space for budding stargazers and future astrophysicists. The Universe covers the planets of the solar system, comets, nebulae, the constellations, types of galaxies, space missions, and much more, showcasing amazing astrophotography that brings each topic to life.

Beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper are combined with up-to-date images from NASA and other space agencies to inspire young readers, and info panels, timelines, and diagrams will help demystify the science behind the wonders of space.

Author

Abby Beall is a features editor at New Scientist magazine and a freelance science journalist, published by print and online publications including New Scientist, Astronomy Now, Daily Mail Online, EU Horizon, and BBC Focus. Abby holds a physics (MPhys) degree from Durham University and a Science Journalism MA from City University, London. Her first book, The Art of Urban Astronomy was published by Trapeze Books in 2019.

Dawn Cooper is an illustrator whose work includes nonfiction books for children, book covers, maps, and packaging, all heavily inspired by the natural world. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication.

Dawn Cooper is an illustrator whose work includes nonfiction books for children, book covers, maps, and packaging, all heavily inspired by the natural world. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication.

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