The Outer Solar System: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the Dwarf Planets

by Erik Gregersen (Editor)

The sun's warmth—while enjoyed by the inner planets—loses its strength in the outer solar system, as does our knowledge. The mysterious Jovian planets and dwarf planets, ultra-red matter, and short-period comets will fascinate readers endlessly. As NASA’s New Horizon mission will tell us more about Pluto and the Kuiper Belt in 215, this book lays the foundation in anticipation of our impending new truths. The narrative is supported by gorgeous photographs and fascinating sidebars.

Genres: Astronomy

251 pages, Library Binding

First published October 1, 2009

Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is more a research book rather than a read book. I read some sections of the book and copied some information from it. Good for school reports and for those that love to read details about space. I read through the section on Pluto, the Kuiper Belt and Beyond.