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The development of celestial mechanics through the ages from ancient navigators to Poincare and Newton to the findings and theories made possible by modern mathematics and super computers - equal parts science, history and intellectual adventure. 317 pages with i;llustrations throughout. Book in very good condition ex library with stamps and sticker on back endpaper and minor reader wear. Dust jacket in very good condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back.

The full story of Mars, from early myths to the present day - its place in the solar system, its structure, surface, mountains, volcanoes, impact craters, ice-caps, atmosphere, weather, and explores the possibililty of past or present life. 222 pages with 16 pages of colour photographs and drawings and tables in the text. Book in near fine condition with previous owners sticker on first page. Dust jacket in near fine condition.

Three parts; General background information about the Solar System; The theory of space-flight; An astronomical description of Our Neighbour Worlds - the planets and their satellites. 336 pages with 26 illustrations. Book in very good condition with previous owners stamp inside front cover and on first page and foxing on endpapers and top leading edge, text clear. Cover has some wear (see photos). No dust jacket.

A definitive reference to the stars, the planets, and the Universe in seven sections: Exploring the Universe; The Solar System; The Sun; The Stars; The Universe; Star Maps; The Practical Astronomer. 288 pages with hundreds of colour photographs. Book in near fine condition. Dust jacket in very good condition with small tear top spine and front (see photo). This is a large book but no increase in postage in Australia.

New edition including the latest discoveries in astronomy and space exploration - a lucid and fascinating discussion of the most fundamental questions regarding the origin of the world and the place of man in the cosmos. 269 pages with 10 colour photographs and many black and white illustrations throughout the text. Book in good+ condition ex library with stamp on title page and inside back cover with borrowing sleeve remnants, some reader wear to edges, and stickers on back cover and spine.

A comprehensive and fascinating picture of our dramatic Universe. 214 pages with 24 colour photographs and 24 figures in the text. Book in good+ condition ex library with stamps and references on last page and borrowing sleeve remnants inside back cover, some minor marks on about ten pages and reader wear to leading edge. Dust jacket in very good condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back..

The history of astronomy - human adventures, struggles, follies and discoveries. 192 pages with over 24 figures. Book in very good+ condition ex library with stamp on front and back endpaper. Dust jacket in very good+ condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back.

For the amateur astronomer who has decided to make some serious observations - where the dedicated amateur can make a useful contribution, the equipment needed, and the observation techniques needed to be employed. 408 pages with Figures and Tables throughout the text. Book in very good+ condition ex library with stamps and sticker on back endpaper. Dust jacket in very good+ condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine.

A guide to the stars and planets of the southern skies. An introduction to the great astronomical findings of the past and explanation of astronomical phenomena. 127 pages with many illustrations throughout the text. Book in very good+ condition.

A handy reference to the skies visible to amateur astronomers or casual observers of the southern hemisphere with easy access to the star charts of world famous astronomical cartographer Wil Tirion with detailed explanatory text to accompany the charts. 95 pages with 24 charts of the whole sky, and 20 sectional charts. Book in very good+ condition ex library with stamp on first, last and title page, Cover in clear wrapper with stickers on back.

For the layman and enthusiastic amateur star gazer for use in the Southern Hemisphere. Through the use of charts, diagrams, maps and photographs and explanatory text the reader is informed what to expect to see in the sky, where to find it and how to recognize it and many fascinating features of the universe are described and discussed. 120 pages with 11 black and white plates. Book in good+ condition ex library stamps and references on front and back endpapers and borrowing sleeve remnants on back endpaper, two letters on title page and small booksellers sticker inside front cover. Dust jacket in good condition in clear wrapper with some knocks and chips and sticker on spine.

Covers a range of interests from the planets to the stars and the galaxies beyond showing the depth of astronomy and innovations in space science. 292 pages with 45 Plates and 38 Figures. Book in very good+ condition. No dust jacket.

Except for Hydrogen everything else has has been built up in the burning hearts of stars. The author relates the series of break-throughs in astronomy that have led to almost unbelievable insights into human origins. 198 pages with 8 pages of colour illustrations and figures in the text. Book in very good+ condition ex library with stamps on front and back endpapers, last page and dedication page. Dust jacket in very good+ condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back.

All the techniques and inspiration you need to see the universe. 191 pages with full-colour charts, easy to follow guidance and numerous colour illustrations throughout. Book in as new condition.

Explores the nature, evolution and life story of the most numerous inhabitants in space - stars. 96 pages published by BBC Worldwide with numerous colour illustrations. Book in near fine condition ex library with stamps on front and back endpapers and title page. Dust jacket in near fine condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back.

Observations from the ancients to the Big Bang and black holes. 271 pages with 30 colour and many black and white illustrations throughout. Book in very good+ condition with minor wear to cover. No dust jacket.

Neolithic Man and culture and the making of Stonehenge. 609 pages with 24 pages of illustrations and 212 figures throughout the text. Book ex library in near fine condition with library stamp and sticker on last page. Dust jacket in near fine condition in clear wrapper which has stickers attached.

A comprehensive and accessible introduction to astronomy - facts, concepts, methods and frontiers of astronomical science. 294 pages with colour photographs and figures throughout. Book in very good+ condition ex library with name on first page, stamps on title page and reference on last page, and minor stain top leading edge. Dust jacket in very good condition in clear wrapper with sticker on spine and back, and small tear bottom back. This is a large book but no increase in postage in Australia.

The methods and results of modern astronomical research both observational and theoretical - A substantially rewritten book to the Third edition due to the many advances in astronomy and scientific discovery. 297 pages with 32 black and white plates and 24 figures in the text. Book in very good condition with previous owners name on first page and light tanning. Dust jacket in good+ condition with fading to spine and edges (see photo).

The methods and results of modern astronomical research, both observational and theoretical with special attention to problems of cosmology and evolution and the general structure of the universe. 363 pages with 24 plates. Book in very good condition with previous owners signature and a date inside front cover. Cover has fading to spine and minor wear (see photos).