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Spacemania

Encyclopedia of the Universe
Brief Description
Dive into a fully illustrated, comprehensive encyclopedia that unveils the wonders of the universe, from its cosmic origins to celestial bodies and interplanetary exploration.Written by a passionate planetary scientist dedicated to popularising science, this comprehensive guide introduces young readers to the cosmos. From the enigmatic origins... Read More
Format: Hardback
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Spacemania

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Dive into a fully illustrated, comprehensive encyclopedia that unveils the wonders of the universe, from its cosmic origins to celestial bodies and interplanetary exploration.

Written by a passionate planetary scientist dedicated to popularising science, this comprehensive guide introduces young readers to the cosmos. From the enigmatic origins of our universe to the vast realms of stars, constellations, and planetary exploration, this guide serves as a gateway to the wonders of space by delving into the captivating stories of celestial bodies, interplanetary missions, and the quest to understand our universe.

Authored by a true space aficionado, thereby ensuring an authoritative perspective, Spacemania gives young readers ages 912 a solid foundation in astronomy, simplifying abstract astronomical concepts so that they are clear, tangible, and accessible. Every page is adorned with realistic illustrations that breathe life into the mysteries of space, creating an immersive experience. With its striking visual appeal and in-depth information, it's the ideal resource for budding astronomers, space enthusiasts, and kids with any level of interest in the hard sciences, igniting a lifelong passion for space exploration and scientific discovery.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788000070933

Publisher: Albatros nakladatelstvi as

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 September 2024

Country: Czechia

Imprint: Albatros nakladatelstvi as

Illustration: Color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tomas Tuma

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 320.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 64

About the Author

Pavel Gabzdyl is a planetary scientist who works at the Brno Observatory and Planetarium in the Czech Republic. He has written many popular science articles and several books on objects in our solar system. In 2004, he realized his dream of holding a moon rock his exploration of this topic resulted in his being awarded a master's degree in Geology. A planet, Gabzdyl (43971), was named after him in 2007. In 2013, he received the Littera Astronomica Award from the Czech Astronomical Society for his work in popularizing science.

Tomas Tuma is a Czech freelance illustrator, photographer, and programmer. He has authored many educational adventure books for children, where he popularizes modern technologies. He studied English and Art Education and enjoys walking in the woods. He currently resides in the Czech Republic.

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