exploration

Examines the development and travels of the space probes Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 and how they have expanded our knowledge of the solar system.

Traces the history of manned space flights from Mercury to the Shuttle program, examines the medical effects of weightlessness on astronauts, the difficulties of eating, working, sleeping, and cleaning oneself on board, and future plans for a space station.

Chronicles NASA's exploration of Venus and Mercury, describing the missions and scientific discoveries made by Mariner and Pioneer.

Text and illustrations present facts about astronomy, the solar system, the stars and galaxies, and men in space.

Examines the early days of space exploration, with biographical information on the first men and women to go into space.

Ex-NASA astronauts Julia, her husband Viktor, Marc, and Raoul embark on a dangerous mission when they agree to man a privately funded mission to Mars.

Text and pictures present a basic introduction to space exploration, from rockets to men on the moon to space stations.

Tells the story of the first decades of planetary exploration beginning with a discussion of the universe, followed by a look at missions to the moon and other planets.

Examines the development and travels of the space probes Voyager I and Voyager II and the information they have provided since the first launch in 1977.

Explores the planets of our solar system, highlighting the prominent features of each. Includes new photos and information gathered by the Voyager explorations.