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Space Atlas

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From maps of the moon to diagrams of multiple universes based on the newest ideas in string theory
- this volume takes the concept of an atlas & blasts it into outer space! With spectacularly colourful & awe-inspiring imagery from all the exciting space telescopes & probes, together with meticulously drafted & labelled maps of nearby planets & even some of their moons, ” Space: An Illustrated Atlas” is a wonder to behold & a volume to treasure. Prolific author James Trefil, an endowed professor of physics & veteran writer of science books, guides us through our solar system, then our Milky Way galaxy, & out beyond, at each stage offering pictures, maps, & diagrams, many conveying the newest information about the universe, never-before-presented in an atlas.

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Solar - the sun and the energy from the sun.
Universe - Every matter and space, thought to be around 10 billion years old.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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