Get a Grip on Astronomy Author:Robin Kerrod Are the stars out tonight, and, if so, is there anyone else watching them? For centuries astronomers have gazed at the heavens in an effort to determine our true place in the universe. And now, with Get a Grip on Astronomy, you can find out what they have found out. What's a Red Giant, and does it have anything to do with the Green Giant? Ho... more »w far away is the farthest thing we can see (and how long has its light taken to reach us)? Did the Big Bang really happen? With star charts to help you find your way about, Get a Grip on Astronomy reveals all the mysteries of the night sky and its watchers.
A fun, extremely easy to read, informative book filled with graphics, illustrations, and sidebars. Arranged to be read a paragraph at a time.« less