Encyclopedia of Space

The most comprehensive, most accessible encyclopedia of its kind, this lavishly illustrated reference offers clear and concise explanations of virtually every aspect of space—from planets, telescopes, and satellites to the origins of the universe and the discoveries made by Nicolaus Copernicus, Edwin Hubble, and Stephen Hawking.
Thanks to the success of the Mars landings in January 2004, space science is more popular than ever. Complete with up-to-the-minute information and expert commentary, National Geographic "Encyclopedia of Space" is the definitive volume for studying and understanding the mysteries of the cosmos. Foreword by Buzz Aldrin.