"A[n] . . . introduction to the science of meteorites, written by leading experts in the field . . . This fully illustrated guide reveals: what meteorites are; where meteorites come from; what they tell us about our solar system; [and] the latest information on key meteorite falls [and] explain[s] how meteorites provide us with invaluable information about planets beyond Earth--both within our solar system and around other stars . . ."--Provided by publisher.
An introduction to meteorites, including what they are, where they come from, and what they tell us about our solar system; and also includes the history of the study of meteorites and information on key meteorite falls.