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Atlas of Venus - Couverture rigide

Cattermole, Peter; Moore, Patrick

 
9780521496520: Atlas of Venus
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 0521496527 ISBN 13 : 9780521496520
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 1997

Synopsis

Venus, closest planet to the Earth, is a torrid world of extremes shrouded from direct view by dense clouds. This Atlas of Venus shows all the fascinating detail discovered on the recent Magellan mission to map the planet surface. Giving the historical background to our perception of the planet, this book clearly explains why Venus has been the goal of so many missions by both Russian and American space programmes. With the latest images from the Magellan mission, this colourful Atlas shows the beautiful landscape of Venus and its dynamic volcanism. Over 100 maps and illustrations show the dramatic beauty of this photogenic planet. Complete with detailed maps of the planet and a gazetteer of all landmarks, this is the essential reference source for all professional and amateur astronomers, and planetary scientists interested in our closest neighbour.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Venus, closest planet to the Earth, is a torrid world of extremes shrouded from direct view by dense clouds. This Atlas of Venus shows all the fascinating detail discovered on the recent Magellan mission to map the planet surface. Giving the historical background to our perception of the planet, this book clearly explains why Venus has been the goal of so many missions by both Russian and American space programmes. With the latest images from the Magellan mission, this colourful Atlas shows the beautiful landscape of Venus and its dynamic volcanism. Over 100 maps and illustrations show the dramatic beauty of this photogenic planet. Complete with detailed maps of the planet and a gazetteer of all landmarks, this is the essential reference source for all professional and amateur astronomers, and planetary scientists interested in our closest neighbour.

Revue de presse

'Books on Venus have either been too technical or purely popular. Peter Cattermole and Patrick Moore have bridged the gap between these two extremes ... an erudite and detailed book, eminently readable and superbly illustrated.' David Hughes, New Scientist

'... an enjoyable book in any respect ... a colourful reference source.' Anthony Brian, Astronomy Now

'This is a welcome book, slim and on quality paper ... The reviewer enjoyed browsing.' Irish Astronomical Journal

'The writing style is friendly and captivating ... beautifully illustrated. The book is easy to read, yet provides and in-depth view of the planet Venus.' Endeavour

'The story is well told and suits a variety of readers from amateur to professional, space enthusiasts to planetary scientist. A 'must have' for the Venus astronomer.' Astronomy and Space

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
1997
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521496527
ISBN 13 
9780521496520
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
159
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
Avery
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