Overview

How big is our solar system? Our galaxy? The universe? Does extra-terrestrial life exist? How unique is Earth? Will we ever be able to travel to other stars? How realistic are the science fiction accounts of space travel? ""WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSE"" addresses these and many other issues of cosmic proportion. With stunning photographs and mind-boggling facts, ""WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSE"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the wonders of the universe and the many challenges of space travel. It is the perfect 'pocket sized' compendium for budding astronomers and armchair lovers of science and science fiction.

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"""I thought I had a reasonable understanding of the universe, but this book has opened my eyes to many new, amazing facts."" ""The color photgraphs are stunning and the book is filled with mind-boggling information about our amazing universe."" ""An extremely helpful and informative examination of the many significant challenges facing humanity as we seek to colonise other worlds."""

I thought I had a reasonable understanding of the universe, but this book has opened my eyes to many new, amazing facts. The color photgraphs are stunning and the book is filled with mind-boggling information about our amazing universe. An extremely helpful and informative examination of the many significant challenges facing humanity as we seek to colonise other worlds.

Author Information

Kevin J Simington is an acclaimed fiction and non-fiction author whose books are renowned for their intelligence, clarity and wit. He is a very popular conference speaker on the topics of philosophy and science. He also writes for several international magazines.

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