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Don't Know Much about Space (Don't Know Much About...)

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  • If Earth is round, why don't people on the other side of the world fall off? (see page 26)
  • Is Mars red because it's embarrassed? (see page 49)
  • If black holes are invisible, how do we know they're there? (see page 86)

Using the popular style that has won millions of readers, best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis blasts off for the stars! With an entertaining question-and-answer format, amusing anecdotes, and fact-filled sidebars, he sets his sights on the mysteries of space.

Humorous illustrations, along with NASA photographs, add fun and excitement to this fascinating and comprehensive book. Davis takes you back to the time when the Babylonians first charted the stars — over three thousand years ago! You'll uncover amazing facts about the planets and stars, read how people were once convinced that Earth was the center of the universe, and discover how the experience of moonwalking astronauts may someday lead us to become pioneers on other planets.

This book is the perfect companion to Don't Know Much About® The Universe — and all the other books in the New York Times best-selling Don't Know Much About® series.

Synopsis:

Filled with quotes, fact-filled sidebars, and fun pop quizzes, "Don't Know Much About Space" reveals who first charted the stars, why people believed that the Earth was the center of the universe, and how astronauts may lead us to become pioneers on other planets.

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About the Author

Kenneth C. Davis speaks regularly on national television and radio. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children. He is a contributing editor to USA Weekend, in which his DON'T KNOW MUCH ABOUT? quizzes are read by millions.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780064408356
ill.:
Ruzzier, Sergio
Author:
Ruzzier, Sergio
Author:
Davis, Kenneth C.
Author:
by Kenneth C Davis and Sergio Ruzzier
Publisher:
HarperTrophy
Location:
New York
Subject:
Science & Technology - Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Sci
Subject:
Questions and answers
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Reference
Subject:
Science & Technology - General
Subject:
Children's 9-12 - Science
Subject:
Astronomy
Subject:
Science & Technology - Astronomy
Subject:
Astronomy - General
Subject:
Technology - Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science
Subject:
Science & Nature - Astronomy
Subject:
Science & Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science
Subject:
Childrens Science
Copyright:
2001
Edition Description:
Paperback
Series:
Don't Know Much About...(Paperback)
Series Volume:
00-486
Publication Date:
20010731
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
from 3 to 7
Language:
English
Illustrations:
, Yes
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
9 x 6 x 0.36 in 5.68 oz
Age Level:
08-12
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