A Passion For The Planets
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A Passion For Mars
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Author : Andrew Chaiken
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008-10
A Passion For Mars written by Andrew Chaiken and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-10 with Science categories.
"In A Passion for Mars Andrew Chaikin, who covered Mars exploration as a science journalist and took part in the first Mars landing, chronicles this epic quest and the enduring dream of going to Mars. Based on first-person interviews and animated by the author's own passion, this is the story of Earthbound explorers and their robotic surrogates caught in the irresistible pull of the Red Planet." "A Passion for Mars is illustrated by spectacular photographs - many rarely seen and presented in unprecedented quality - sent back by four decades of robotic explorers, and visionary artwork that renders our Martian future."--BOOK JACKET.
A Passion For The Planets
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Author : William Sheehan
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2010-07-20
A Passion For The Planets written by William Sheehan and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-20 with Science categories.
Astronomy is by far the most popular of the physical sciences, enticing enough to become a major cultural preoccupation for many, and for some an enthralling scientific activity which veritably rules their lives. What is the nature of that seemingly unstoppable attraction? In this lively and compelling account, William Sheehan – professional psychiatrist, noted historian of astronomy, and incurable observer - explores the nature of that allure through the story of man's visual exploration of the planets. In this volume, the first of a trilogy, Sheehan starts with observational astronomy’s profound and lasting effect on his own life, setting the points of embarkation for the journey to come. He travels across the historical landscape seeking the earliest origins of man's compulsion to observe the planets among the hunter gatherers of the upper palaeolithic, and traces the evolving story from the planetary records of the earliest cities, to Pharonic Egypt through to Hellenistic Greek astronomy culminating in Ptolemy. The necessity to observe played its part in the perceptual changes wrought by the Copernican revolution, as well as the observational advances achieved by such extraordinary characters as Tycho with his sharpest of eyes, and his luxurious practice of total astronomy. The two epochal advances published in 1609, both born through planetary observation, namely Kepler's discovery of the true nature of the orbit of Mars and Harriot and Galileo’s observations of the Moon, have a pivotal place in this account. Sheehan weaves a rich tapestry of social and technological settings, patronage and personalities, equipment and skills, cosmologies and goals, motives and compulsions to try to explain why we have observed, and continue to observe, the planets. The compelling text of A Passion for the Planets is enhanced by the specially commissioned planetary artwork of Julian Baum, himself son of a noted planetary observer and historian of planetary observers, and Randall Rosenfeld. A Passion for the Planets will be of interest to all amateur astronomers; active planetary observers; armchair astronomers; those interested in the history of astronomy; the cultural history of science; and astronomical art.
Passion Planets
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Author : Judy Jacobs
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
Passion Planets written by Judy Jacobs and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Astrology categories.
A Passion For This Earth
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Author : Michelle Benjamin
language : en
Publisher: Greystone Books
Release Date : 2009-07-01
A Passion For This Earth written by Michelle Benjamin and has been published by Greystone Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-07-01 with Nature categories.
David Suzuki's lifelong work as an environmentalist, naturalist, and scientist have influenced countless others in their fight to save the planet, 20 such devotees of them have contributed to this inspiring collection. These journalists, scientists, writers and environmentalists have taken their enthusiasm for Suzuki's philosophy and funneled it into their own personal recollections, manifestos, and essays: Rick Bass describes his love for the Yaak Valley in Montana; Richard Mabey takes readers to a moonlit May evening in Suffolk; David Helvarg tells us of a stirring seaside memory from his childhood. No matter what journey these writers take us on, the unifying theme of their work is always the same: a deep and abiding love of nature — inspired and shared by David Suzuki.
Passion For Our Planet
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Author : Terry Bagia
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2010-08-12
Passion For Our Planet written by Terry Bagia and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-12 with Political Science categories.
Of late, there has been a very serious interest in alerting the entire world on the volatility of oil dependence and the dangers of climate change. This book is an indispensable contribution to the growing debates on the overarching concepts of the danger of perpetual oil dependence, climate change, and the urgent need for switching to a new habit in energy use the use of alternative renewable energy sources. This book is framed around the foundation laid in my first book, Delta in Distress. And it goes further to situate the problems associated with the worlds perpetual unquenchable quest for energy within the global context. In my first book, there was an elaborate treatment of the concepts of deprivation, destitution, desperation, and distress associated with the exploration and extraction of oil in the contemporary human society as typified by the case of the Niger Delta region in the core Southern Nigeria. The description and analysis was clearly articulated with an enduring affinity for possible solutions to these endemic problems of humanity. Emphatically, in my first book, the case of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria, which has since become a mosaic of restive communities, attracted a critical treatment. This was done with very thoughtful and insightful examination. There was proper ex-ray of the plights of the common community people in that first book, Delta in Distress. These common citizens of the oil communities within the reviewed region are perpetually made to suffer the pangs of untold denials and despair while enormous oil and gas resources of inestimable economic worth are continually extracted from underneath their land. Of course, these problems are not limited to only one region. They are global in scope and effects. Thus, the perpetual dependence on oil has drastically placed the security and economic future of the global community on tenterhooks. Of late, there appears to have been increasing interest in the concepts of oil-related crises and conflicts. These man-made mishaps have claimed many human lives. Their causes are directly linked to the mismanagement of the economic proceeds of the oil and gas resources. The problems associated with perpetual global dependence on oil surpass the issues of deprivations, disaffections, conflicts and crises which, in a collaborative sense, perpetually pose threat to global security. More than that is the negative environmental impacts of oil operations in most oil regions. This trend has gone down to put the lives of plants, animals and human beings on our increasingly ailing planet Earth in serious jeopardy. Obviously, energy is at the very center of our daily lives. Everybody uses energy from the time of rising from bed until the time of going back to sleep. In every nation of the world, there is a persistent drive to continually advance in technology. This growing technological break-through is what makes modern live easier and more convenient. So, the more technology the human folks use every blessed day, the greater our need for energy. Looking at the compelling nature of this energy problem, and its interrelationship with almost every facet of the lives of virtually everybody in the society, every attempt to face the fearful odds associated with this problem implies a different and well defined approach to the issue. In the first place, America, like any of the other developed nations of the world, can no longer afford to risk treading the path of isolationism, neither can any of the other nations of the world afford to bask in the luxury of self-contentment or toughness under the present dispensation. To say the least, President Obama and his team are truly driven by the realization that the United States must telegraph a new message of respect, collaboration and mutuality in the quest to lead the way out of the present pace of uncertainty that defines the global energy future. This new drive and President Obamas passion for our planets overall serenity, prosperity and progress are the themes, which this must-read volume drastically and critically examines. This book is truly a must-read.
Planetary Science
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Author : Matthew Brenden Wood
language : en
Publisher: Nomad Press
Release Date : 2017-09-15
Planetary Science written by Matthew Brenden Wood and has been published by Nomad Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
What do you see when you look up into the sky at night? The moon, stars, maybe even a comet or asteroid? You can also see other planets! In Planetary Science: Explore New Frontiers, readers ages 12 to 15 embark on a journey through the solar system and beyond, exploring planets, moons, dwarf planets, exoplanets and everything in-between. For many ancient cultures, planets were mysterious objects that moved against the backdrop of the heavens in strange but predictable patterns. Ever since Galileo Galilee first used a telescope to explore the moons of Jupiter, we’ve known that the planets are much more than mysterious points of light in the night sky. With the creation of incredible technologies such as space probes, giant ground-based telescopes, and Earth-orbiting observatories, we’ve learned that Mars once had water on its surface, that Jupiter’s Great Red Spot has been churning for centuries, and that thousands of exoplanets circle distant suns. Planetary science is also exciting because of what we don’t know. Was there ever life on Mars? Is Planet Nine lurking in the outer reaches of the solar system? Will we ever find another Earth? How far can we go? In Planetary Science, readers examine the latest information on Pluto, the discoveries of the Mars rover Curiosity, and the incredible catalog of distant planets uncovered by the Kepler Space Telescope. They learn about how planets are formed and why they travel on their orbits. Planets, those pinpricks of light you might spot on a clear night, come closer through informative illustrations, links to online primary sources, illuminating sidebars and fun facts, and hands-on, in-depth activities, such as building scale models of planets, hunting for alien worlds through citizen science, and crafting a comet in the kitchen. Planetary Science also promotes critical thinking skills through inquiry, discovery, and research by encouraging readers to explore questions that remain unanswered, such as whether Mars once had life or the possibility of a ninth planet hiding in the furthest reaches of the solar system. With discoveries being made almost every day, it’s an exciting time to be a planetary scientist!
The Story Of The Solar System A Visual Journey
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Author : Maggie Aderin-Pocock
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2024-09-26
The Story Of The Solar System A Visual Journey written by Maggie Aderin-Pocock and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-09-26 with Science categories.
'The nation's go-to woman for all things space... her joy for the subject is boundless' – The Guardian Take a new look at the world around you. What is a planet? Is there life on Mars? What makes Earth so special? Questions about our Solar System have fascinated us for centuries. Based on the latest scientific research, The Story of the Solar System will help you see the planets around us in a whole new light. Using colourful and easy-to-follow infographics, each planet becomes a character with a story of its own to tell, from Jupiter the King of the Solar System to ice oddity Uranus and outlier planet-but-not-a-planet Pluto. As space scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock shows us, the story of Earth is best understood as part of its larger family, and The Story of the Solar System will bring that family to life.
The Solar System
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Author : Gabriele Ciancuto
language : en
Publisher: Gabriele Ciancuto
Release Date : 2024-02-29
The Solar System written by Gabriele Ciancuto and has been published by Gabriele Ciancuto this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-29 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
"The Solar System" is a fascinating astronomy book for kids aged 6 to 10. It is full of clear and intuitive images that capture the attention and stimulate the curiosity of young children. From colourful planets to fascinating moons, every page of the book offers extraordinary illustrations and simple explanations that make the intricacies of astronomy accessible to even the youngest readers. As well as providing detailed information about the Solar System, the book offers countless interesting facts about the characteristics of the planets, their moons and celestial movements, stimulating children's passion for astronomy. "The Solar System" features a glossy, flexible cover, over 70 pages and a large A4 format. Thanks to its simple and engaging writing, it is a work suitable for anyone wishing to learn the secrets of the universe through play. This educational book was written by Gabriele Ciancuto, a young 11-year-old boy with a passion for science and astronomy. Through its pages, he wants to share his curiosity about the secrets of the universe with all children and inspire them to explore and learn more and more. But the real surprise of this book is the fun and engaging experiment included. Gabriele Ciancuto has created a step-by-step tutorial to build a model of the Solar System, allowing children to explore the different stars of our galaxy in a hands-on and interactive way.
The Wondrous Workings Of Planet Earth
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Author : Rachel Ignotofsky
language : en
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Release Date : 2018-09-18
The Wondrous Workings Of Planet Earth written by Rachel Ignotofsky and has been published by Ten Speed Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-18 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
An illustrated tour of the planet exploring ecosystems large and small, from reefs, deserts, and rainforests to a single drop of water—from the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science. Making earth science accessible and entertaining through art, maps, and infographics, The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth explains how our planet works—and how we can protect it—from its diverse ecosystems and their inhabitants, to the levels of ecology, the importance of biodiversity, the cycles of nature, and more. Science- and nature-loving readers of all ages will delight in this utterly charming guide to our amazing home.
Planetary Science
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Author : Matthew Brenden Wood
language : en
Publisher: Inquire & Investigate
Release Date : 2017-09-15
Planetary Science written by Matthew Brenden Wood and has been published by Inquire & Investigate this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-15 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
"Ever since Galileo Galilei first used a telescope to explo re the moons of Jupiter, we've known that the planets are much more than mysterious points of light in the night sky. With the creation of incredible technologies such as space probes, giant ground-based telescopes, and Earth-orbiting observatories, we've learned that Mars once had water on its surface, that Jupiter's Great Red Spot has been churning for centuries, and that thousands of exoplanets circle distant suns"--Back cover.
