Books on Space and Astronomy

A look at space that's out of this world! The DK Guide to Space takes the reader on a fascinating journey through our universe, using the latest space photography from the Hubble Telescope in a large format to create a dramatic guide to the exploration of space. The NASA photographs are supported by clear artwork explaining complex ideas.

The first edition of Hubble Vision became an international bestseller and won world-wide, critical acclaim. This eagerly awaited second edition is the most comprehensive, most authoritative and best illustrated popular book available on the Hubble Space Telescope. It provides a magnificent portfolio of the latest and greatest images from the HST, woven together with a lucid text explaining the most exciting discoveries.

Learn why astronauts take passports into space! Discover the perplexing mechanics of using a toilet while weightless! View a model of the first planned space station!

Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Space and the Universe is designed for children who are beginning to learn about space, astronomy, and the history of these fields. The information contained is very broad in scope and presented at a basic level, and the interface is designed to encourage exploration. Its low cost, children's focus, and ease of installation make Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Space and the Universe appropriate for both elementary schools and public library circulating collections.