Spacemania

Encyclopedia of the Universe

Pavel Gabzdyl, Tomas Tuma

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Albatros nakladatelstvi as
01 December 2024

Space (Children's&YA); Educational: Technology; Reference works (Children's&YA)

Dive into a fully illustrated, comprehensive encyclopedia that unveils the wonders of the universe, from its cosmic origins to celestial bodies and interplanetary exploration.

Written by a passionate planetary scientist dedicated to popularising science, this comprehensive guide introduces young readers to the cosmos. From the enigmatic origins of our universe to the vast realms of stars, constellations, and planetary exploration, this guide serves as a gateway to the wonders of space by delving into the captivating stories of celestial bodies, interplanetary missions, and the quest to understand our universe.

Authored by a true space aficionado, thereby ensuring an authoritative perspective, Spacemania gives young readers ages 912 a solid foundation in astronomy, simplifying abstract astronomical concepts so that they are clear, tangible, and accessible. Every page is adorned with realistic illustrations that breathe life into the mysteries of space, creating an immersive experience. With its striking visual appeal and in-depth information, it's the ideal resource for budding astronomers, space enthusiasts, and kids with any level of interest in the hard sciences, igniting a lifelong passion for space exploration and scientific discovery.

By: Pavel Gabzdyl
Illustrated by: Tomas Tuma
Imprint: Albatros nakladatelstvi as
Dimensions: Height: 320mm, Width: 241mm,
ISBN: 9788000070933
ISBN 10: 8000070936
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 01 December 2024
Recommended Age: From 9 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

The Origin of the Universe Starry Islands Realm of Stars Constellations Observing the Universe Solar System Exceptional Planet Planetary Fellows Our Closest Fellow Cosmic Tots Space Flights Cosmic Spies Exploring Foreign Worlds Spatial Adventures Colonizing the Universe

Pavel Gabzdyl is a planetary scientist who works at the Brno Observatory and Planetarium in the Czech Republic. He has written many popular science articles and several books on objects in our solar system. In 2004, he realized his dream of holding a moon rock his exploration of this topic resulted in his being awarded a master's degree in Geology. A planet, Gabzdyl (43971), was named after him in 2007. In 2013, he received the Littera Astronomica Award from the Czech Astronomical Society for his work in popularizing science. Tomas Tuma is a Czech freelance illustrator, photographer, and programmer. He has authored many educational adventure books for children, where he popularizes modern technologies. He studied English and Art Education and enjoys walking in the woods. He currently resides in the Czech Republic.

Reviews for Spacemania: Encyclopedia of the Universe

"Selected for The Children’s Book Council’s July 2024 “Hot Off The Press” Reading List ""Each two-page spread bursts with colorful illustrations and fascinating information. The information is divided into small tidbits that won't overwhelm readers. There are some true highlights in this book. Spacemania: Encyclopedia of the Universe is an engaging non-fiction book perfect for curious readers who love space."" —YA Books Central"