The Young Oxford Book of Astronomy Young Oxford Books

"Whets the reader's appetite for the subject... Each chapter is brimming with scientific data. Photographs and charts help the reader visualize the text... Recognized astronomers and astrophysicists Simon and Jacqueline Mitton draw from a plethora of sources to create a most comprehensive selection... Anyone with a certain inquisitiveness about space will find Astronomy fascinating. My hat is off to the Mittons for their excellent effort."--Miami Herald"Clearly written by people who know astronomy and how to explain it... A pleasure to browse.. Will have broad appeal to teen-age astronomy enthusiasts. Provides solid background material in a readable way. Recommended."--Planetarian"A book for any child who looks at the night sky and wants to know more.... A great gift for the budding astronomer."--Reviews from Parent Council"A vivid introduction to the planets and stars, explaining methods of astronomical investigation and exploring basic astronomy theories."--Children's Bookwatch"Well-written and abundantly illustrated.... Performs equally well as reference...or to read for fun."--Children's Book Review Service