A lavishly illustrated guide to the universe combines the efforts of an award-winning author and NASA experts, offering a timeline of important space events, an easy-to-use glossary, and a planetarium, observatory, and museums listing. 10,000 first printing.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
A Kid's Review
Format:Hardcover
National Geographic Picture Atlas of Our Universe is THE best solar system book. I never really thought anything of the Universe, and the planets, until I found this book! It is amazing! It answers questions my science teacher couldn't answer. It gives detailed, understandable information, with beautiful pictures! After reading this, I can name some of the planet's moons, and how many a planet has! I feel like I know tons more than I ever did about the solar system, and Our Universe!!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
When I was a child, I would borrow this book from the library as often as I could. It really sparked my interest in the solar system and space in general. Even though the information in the book is considered out-of-date, I believe it is still relevant today. It can stir anyone's interest in astronomy!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A reader
Format:Hardcover
Besides my own copy, I have never seen another one of these books. It's a shame really, because this book combines information and illustration in the way only National Geographic can. The nine planets of our solar system make up the majority of text material here, which goes a long way in preserving the shelf life of this book.
Our Universe begins with a brief history of astronomy entitled from 'Sun Gods to Gamma Rays' and is written in a manner accessible for all ages. Gallant then proceeds to examine our solar system piece by piece, beginning with the sun and then the orbiting planets. Each planet is given its own chapter, complete with graphs of orbital patterns, atmospheric qualities and actual photographs if available. Stunning artwork is peppered throughout, and in my opinion makes this book a treasure.
Finally, Our Universe includes chapters on comets, asteroids and meteors, and the various galaxies outside our own Milky Way. It's a book that everyone can enjoy. Adults might learn something new, and the artwork will garner interest in kids to learn more about our universe.
Our Universe begins with a brief history of astronomy entitled from 'Sun Gods to Gamma Rays' and is written in a manner accessible for all ages. Gallant then proceeds to examine our solar system piece by piece, beginning with the sun and then the orbiting planets. Each planet is given its own chapter, complete with graphs of orbital patterns, atmospheric qualities and actual photographs if available. Stunning artwork is peppered throughout, and in my opinion makes this book a treasure.
Finally, Our Universe includes chapters on comets, asteroids and meteors, and the various galaxies outside our own Milky Way. It's a book that everyone can enjoy. Adults might learn something new, and the artwork will garner interest in kids to learn more about our universe.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Grandson loves it
Great set of programs that reach a wide audience.
Appeals to the inquisitive mind in us all.
Arrived very quick
Appeals to the inquisitive mind in us all.
Arrived very quick
Published 3 months ago by A. Andrews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
This book "Our Universe" is so good and cool. When I was a teenage, I read it alone at middle school. So, I give 5 thumb up!
Published 6 months ago by polaroid seeker
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Amazing
I had this book when I was a kid. It was amazing. Full of details brilliant enough to fire youthful imaginations, presented in a simple and easily accessible fashion, and filled... Read more
Published 9 months ago by debeehr
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Phenomenal book
I had this book as a child (10). Through the years I lost it and found myself looking for it as an adult (35). I could never find it till about a week ago. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Alexis
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for younger children
I inherited this book from my older brother many years ago and loved it then, I was thrilled when recently my 4 year daughter found my old book and started asking questions about... Read more
Published 17 months ago by RSH
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book
I had this book when I was a kid and used to spend hours reading it over and over with wonder and imagination. Read more
Published on April 19, 2011 by Nehrrrr
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book
Like the other reviewers have mentioned, this book was also an intricate part of my childhood. After glancing through a friend's copy of this book back in 1980, I saved my money to... Read more
Published on April 15, 2011 by Paul G. Cama
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great for budding scientists
Our elementatry age child loves this book. We've spent many an evening looking at the pictures and talking about the beauty of space.
Published on January 15, 2011 by Northwest Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars
The book that played a huge role in my childhood...
I recently took a college Astronomy class and was amazed how much of the information I already knew from reading Our Universe when I was very young. Read more
Published on December 12, 2010 by Trixie
5.0 out of 5 stars
LOVE IT
I got this book when I was 4, and I still adore it. I read it so many times it literally fell apart. It's out of date, but still wonderful! Read more
Published on February 4, 2010 by Saturnia
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