Description The entire universe is in this book--and budding astronauts and astronomers will be captivated What planet has the most moons? Who was the first woman in space? Where is the nearest star--and how long would it take to get there? Space can be mind-boggling These record-breaking facts look at the wonders of the cosmos, and humankind\'s exploration of the worlds beyond Earth, and make them fascinating, fun, and understandable to kids.
She has taught at the Universities of Cambridge and York, and has been a Royal Literary Fund Fellow and Lector..
About the Author Anne Rooney writes nonfiction for children and adults, and fiction for children, many on science and technology.
Reissue of previous edition in a smaller format.
Description The entire universe is in this book--and budding astronauts and astronomers will be captivated What planet has the most moons? Who was the first woman in space? Where is the nearest star--and how long would it take to get there? Space can be mind-boggling These record-breaking facts look at the wonders of the cosmos, and humankind\'s exploration of the worlds beyond Earth, and make them fascinating, fun, and understandable to kids
