Branley, Franklyn Mansfield

A simple description of Venus, how it compares to Earth, and how modern satellite probes have added to man's knowledge about the planet.

Explains how volcanoes are formed and how they affect the earth when they erupt.

Discusses the sources of the world's water supply, methods of getting water from its source to where its needed, the dangers of pollution, and the need for conservation.

The story of man's landing on the moon, the achievements that led to it, and its significance to science.

Imagines sights and experiences on a moon visit.

Discusses the properties of light, particularly its source in heat.

Describes various scientific theories which explore the extinction of the dinosaurs.

Describes how sunshine and the tilt of the earth's axis are responsible for the changing seasons.

Explains solar energy and its use in solar water heaters, heat pumps, cookers, water distillers, and controlled photosynthesis. Includes simple experiments testing new solar energy theories.

Describes the physical characteristics, movements, satellites, and other features of Uranus, with an emphasis on recent discoveries from Project Voyager.