Mars: A Beginner's Guide To Exploring The Red Planet

Discover the wonders of our celestial neighbour with Mars: A Beginner's Guide to Exploring the Red Planet, an accessible and beautifully illustrated handbook perfect for aspiring astronomers. Written by Brendan Owens of the Royal Observatory Greenwich, this guide provides a comprehensive look at the historic, cultural, and scientific significance of the fourth planet from the sun.

Product Highlights

A Journey Through Time: Trace humanity’s fascination with Mars from ancient observations to the high-tech missions of today

Planetary Anatomy: Explore the evolution of Mars, including detailed facts about its geology, atmosphere, and its two moons, Phobos and Deimos

Observation Guide: Get practical advice on the essential equipment needed to observe and photograph Mars from your own backyard

Interactive Atlas: Includes a dedicated "Atlas" section to help you identify key features and navigate the Martian surface while viewing images

Future Frontiers: Look ahead to what the future holds for the Red Planet, from ongoing robotic research to the potential for manned missions and colonization

This guide is designed to be "readably presented," making complex scientific data easy to digest for those at a general-interest or student level. With its logic-driven layout and stunning imagery, it serves as both an educational resource and an inspiring invitation to the adventure of space science.

Technical Specifications

Author: Brendan Owens (with Collins Astronomy and the Royal Observatory Greenwich)

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 112 pages

Dimensions: 21cm x 15cm x 0.5cm