Planets: A Very Short Introduction

by David A. Rothery

Book Overview

From the rings of Saturn to the "canals" of Mars and the Great Red Dot of Jupiter, the planets of our Solar System have long fascinated humanity. Featuring many striking photos, this Very Short Introduction offers a fascinating portrait of the unique world of each planet as well as an illuminating discussion of moons, asteroids, and Trans-Neptunian objects. Leading planetary scientist David A. Rothery, who has chaired the European Space Agency's Mercury...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199573506
• ISBN13: 9780199573509
• Release Date: December 2010
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.5" x 6.9"