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Under the Stars: Astrophysics for Bedtime

Hardback

Main Details

Title Under the Stars: Astrophysics for Bedtime
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Lisa Harvey-Smith
Illustrated by Mel Matthews
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:192
Dimensions(mm): Height 240,Width 177
ISBN/Barcode 9780522876086
ClassificationsDewey:523.01
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Melbourne University Press
Imprint Melbourne University Press
Publication Date 1 October 2019
Publication Country Australia

Description

Under the Stars- Bedtime Astrophysics transports curious kids and inquisitive adults on an incredible journey through the night sky. Under the Stars- Bedtime Astrophysics transports curious kids and inquisitive adults on an incredible journey through the night sky. Explore our solar system from the comfort of your cosy bedroom. Find out why the sky is blue. Fly around a black hole and peer inside! Learn why Jupiter has stripes. When astrophysicist Lisa Harvey-Smith isn't looking skyward, she is answering the smart questions of school kids. Her engaging storytelling in this colourfully illustrated book brings the night sky to life, giving amazing new perspectives to young explorers who are always asking, 'Why?'

Author Biography

Lisa Harvey-Smith (Author) Lisa Harvey-Smith is an award-winning astronomer and Professor at the University of New South Wales. In 2018 she was appointed as the Australian Government's Ambassador for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Author image courtesy of Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences