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The Magic and Mystery of Space

Author Shoshana Weider
Read by Georgia Maguire
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DK. | DK Children
On sale Apr 15, 2025 | 1 Hour and 15 Minutes | 9798217131747
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Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.

Stars burn, asteroids orbit, and rockets launch across the pages of this stunning audiobook. From the planets in our Solar System to distant black holes, they’ll discover incredible facts as they take an unforgettable journey through space. Listeners will also learn about how stars die, what scientists do in space, and what life could look like on other planets.

The Magic and Mystery of Space also brings the cosmos closer to home. Children will see incredible views from space telescopes, discover what it’s like walking on the Moon, and learn how to star-gaze. They’ll even get to meet some of the animals who have been to space! Filled with facts and fun, this audiobook presents a beautiful and new take on space and is perfect for any young space lovers or future astronauts.

Shoshana Z. Weider is the Planetary Science Division (PSD) Executive Officer and a Program Officer in PSD at NASA Headquarters. Before coming to NASA Headquarters in 2018, Shoshana spent several years as a science writer and editor. Passionate about science outreach, Shoshana often conducts school talks and is the author of multiple space-themed children’s books published by DK Children’s. When not thinking about space, you will likely find Shoshana with her head in a book or enjoying an evening at the theatre or symphony.
DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by Shoshana Weider

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Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.

Stars burn, asteroids orbit, and rockets launch across the pages of this stunning audiobook. From the planets in our Solar System to distant black holes, they’ll discover incredible facts as they take an unforgettable journey through space. Listeners will also learn about how stars die, what scientists do in space, and what life could look like on other planets.

The Magic and Mystery of Space also brings the cosmos closer to home. Children will see incredible views from space telescopes, discover what it’s like walking on the Moon, and learn how to star-gaze. They’ll even get to meet some of the animals who have been to space! Filled with facts and fun, this audiobook presents a beautiful and new take on space and is perfect for any young space lovers or future astronauts.

Shoshana Z. Weider is the Planetary Science Division (PSD) Executive Officer and a Program Officer in PSD at NASA Headquarters. Before coming to NASA Headquarters in 2018, Shoshana spent several years as a science writer and editor. Passionate about science outreach, Shoshana often conducts school talks and is the author of multiple space-themed children’s books published by DK Children’s. When not thinking about space, you will likely find Shoshana with her head in a book or enjoying an evening at the theatre or symphony.

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DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by Shoshana Weider

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