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Solar System

An illustrated guide to our home in space
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Solar System by Dr Vienna Tran explores the intricacies of our celestial neighbourhood, delving into each planet and other celestial bodies with vivid, scientific detail. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the unique features and dynamics of the solar system, blending engaging narratives with scientific insights suitable for both enthusiasts and students. It highlights recent discoveries and the wonders of space, capturing the imagination and sparking curiosity about our place in the universe.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the wonders of celestial bodies and eager to delve into the complexities of the cosmos. Dr Vienna Tran expertly unravels the mysteries of planets, stars, and beyond, making it an engaging read for anyone passionate about Science & Nature.

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Take an awe-inspiring and informative journey through the Solar System with this beautifully illustrated deck. Featuring the Sun and all of the major objects in its orbit, including the planets, their moons, the dwarf planets and more, this deck will launch you into an exploration of Earth’s closest neighbours.

Solar System is perfect for space enthusiasts and armchair astronauts, young and old, full of facts that are out of this world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922754738

Publisher: Smith Street Books

Format: Cards

Date Published: 29 September 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Smith Street Gift

Illustration: 30 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Donough O'Malley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 95.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 30

About the Author

Dr Vienna Tran is a medical doctor and space medicine researcher. In collaboration with DLR and the UK Space Agency, she is researching the use of artificial gravity to mitigate hip muscle loss in space. She is an alumnus of National Space Camp and the International Space University Southern Hemisphere Space Studies Program (ISU SHSSP 2020). Vi is also science reporter for SpaceAustralia.com and a STEM mentor for school-aged students. Her favourite space movie is 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Donough O'Malley is an Irish illustrator and designer currently based in the UK. With over seventeen years’ experience working for clients across the world, his work is used in a wide variety of areas such as editorial, advertising, fiction, and children’s picture books. As well as producing work for commercial clients, he has taken part in exhibitions in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Italy, the UK, and the USA.

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