Mars Observer's Guide

Author: Neil Bone

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  • : 6.99 AUD
  • : 9780540083879
  • : Octopus Publishing Group
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  • : 01 April 2003
  • : 198mm X 126mm
  • : United Kingdom
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Barcode 9780540083879
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Description

In 2003, Mars will be closer to Earth than it has ever been. Aimed at the practical astronomer, this book looks at what you need to know to make the most of the opportunity. It includes maps of the surface of Mars and colour photographs taken by spaceprobes.

Table of contents

Observing the red planet; Mars as a planet; equipment basics; the view from Earth; Mars in 2003, 2005 and 2007; early observers; space-age Mars; life on Mars?