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A description of the sun, the star of our solar system, which includes information on its origin, physical composition, and characteristics, as well as on studies made of the sun by instruments and satellites.

Examines the many facets and puzzles of our Moon, including its phases and eclipses, its early discoveries and modern exploration, and its possible origins and future prospects.

Discusses the characteristics of comets and meteors and cites both famous appearances and unexplained mysteries connected with them.

Presents a variety of astronomy projects, including creative writing and drawing assignments, modelmaking, sky observation, and experiments.

This book discusses the circumstances that mark the beginning and end of the lives of stars and describes stars that are red giants, supernovas, neutron stars, and white dwarfs.

Briefly describes beliefs of astronomers from ancient times to 1609, when Galileo's discoveries through the telescope gave birth to modern astronomy.

Examines the mass extinction of dinosaurs and offers a possible explanation of the causes.

Describes the characteristics and movements of the planet Neptune and how we found out about it.

Discusses the formation and peculiar features of the universe, particularly stars and galaxies emitting special types of radio waves.