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Space oddities
£10.99An eye-opening and accessible account of the latest as-yet-inexplicable phenomena of the universe – oddities that could transform our understanding of the fundamental nature of reality.
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Unknown universe
£16.99A lens into the unexplored and unseen cosmos
A beautiful book showcasing the most stunning images from the first years of the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful infrared space observatory, along with expert insights into their revelations.
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Space Bingo
£20.00A game that’s out of this world…Calling all space cadets – do you know an asteroid from a meteor? Can you name all the planets? And do aliens really exist? In Space Bingo they do! Have fun with all the family finding interesting space objects, awesome natural phenomena and the odd UFO as you compete to fill your bingo card just in time for blast off! Learn more about all the amazing inventions and cool space facts in the accompanying mini-magazine.CAPTIVATING ILLUSTRATIONS: funny, engaging characters, creatures and vehicles drawn by beloved childrens’ illustrator Rob HodgsonEASY TO PLAY bingo game for the whole family: be the first to fill your card to win BINGO!SCREEN-FREE FUN: Spend quality time away from screens. The 8 double-sided boards mean this game can be played many times over.LAURENCE KING PUBLISHING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-ca
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The story of the Solar System
£22.00The BBC is the world’s oldest and most recognised public service broadcaster, with a mission to enrich people’s lives through programming that informs, educates, and entertains. At the heart of that mission is great storytelling, and ‘The Story of’ guides use those tools to bring big subjects to life. This volume will help you see the planets around us in a whole new light.
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The new world on Mars
£10.99Within a few years, humans will be able to voyage to Mars. SpaceX is at the forefront of companies already building fleets of spaceships to make interplanetary travel as affordable as Old-World passage to America – to the then New World. We will settle the red planet, transforming its raw materials into resources and tackling the challenges that await us, creating a new frontier for humankind. Dr Robert Zubrin explains how populous Martian city-states will emerge, producing their own air, water, food, power and more.
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Space
£10.99From author and astronaut Tim Peake, this is the captivating story of humans in space. Only 628 people in human history have left Earth. In this book, astronaut Tim Peake traces the lives of these remarkable men and women who have forged the way, from Yuri Gagarin to Neil Armstrong, from Valentina Tereshkova to Peggy Whitson. Full of exclusive new stories, and astonishing detail only an astronaut would know, the book conveys what space exploration is really like: the wondrous view of Earth, the surreal weightlessness, the extraordinary danger, the surprising humdrum, the unexpected humour, the newfound perspective, the years of training, the psychological pressures, the gruelling physical toll, the thrill of launch and the trepidation of re-entry.
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Unseen universe
£30.00Discover how the awe-inspiring images from Webb are rapidly changing our understanding of our solar system and beyond. From the towering dust cliffs of the Carina Nebula to Jupiter glowing like an iridescent disco ball in the sky, these stunning new images have captured the imagination of millions all over the world. Launched on 25th December 2021, the James Webb Space Telescope is the most powerful and complex space telescope ever built, capturing a glimpse of deep space billions of years in the past. Now, Dr Caroline Harper and contributing astrophysicists from across Europe and the USA use Webb’s photography to answer 10 of the biggest questions humankind has about the universe, including: How are stars born? How do galaxies form and evolve? What are the origins of black holes? Are we alone in the universe?
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Space
£22.00From author and astronaut Tim Peake, this is the captivating story of humans in space. Only 628 people in human history have left Earth. In this book, astronaut Tim Peake traces the lives of these remarkable men and women who have forged the way, from Yuri Gagarin to Neil Armstrong, from Valentina Tereshkova to Peggy Whitson. Full of exclusive new stories, and astonishing detail only an astronaut would know, the book conveys what space exploration is really like: the wondrous view of Earth, the surreal weightlessness, the extraordinary danger, the surprising humdrum, the unexpected humour, the newfound perspective, the years of training, the psychological pressures, the gruelling physical toll, the thrill of launch and the trepidation of re-entry.
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The possibility of life
£20.00For fans of Ed Yong, Brian Cox and Carl Zimmer: a dazzling cultural and scientific adventure through our ideas about extraterrestrial life and the cosmos
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Science
£10.99Here is a fun and interactive introduction to the incredible world of science, perfect for children starting school. ‘Science’ is a lively introduction to the incredible world of science, where children can lift the flaps to learn all about what science is, and how it relates to every day life.
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The Year in Space
£14.99Brought to you by the infectiously enthusiastic team behind the Royal Astronomical Society’s Supermassive Podcast, ‘The Year in Space’ highlights the most exciting space news from the past twelve months and looks forward to the year ahead. Packed with features, interviews, in-depth explainers and stunning photography, it covers everything from the deployment of the James Webb telescope to the search for extraterrestrial life and the effort to get astronauts back to the Moon. You’ll also find practical tips on how to get the best results when stargazing and what to look out for in the night sky in 2023.