The Story of the Solar System (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the Solar System in clear, engaging terms and discover how ancient questions meet modern discoveries. This popular survey explains what makes comets, the Moon, and the planets so fascinating, with vivid explanations that don’t require prior science training.

This edition presents a broad, accessible view of our celestial neighborhood. It traces early ideas, describes observations, and summarizes key debates about lunar features, planetary motion, and the nature of cosmic bodies, all in plain language and reader-friendly detail.

• Plain explanations of comets, lunar terrain, and planetary rotation without heavy jargon


• Illustrations of how maps and telescopic views shaped our view of the Solar System


• Historical notes on observers and instruments that broadened our knowledge


• Context for why these topics matter to anyone curious about the heavens

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