Space Probes

Kerrod, Robin. Space Probes. 2004. 48p. ISBN 978-0-8368-5708-9. Available at 629.43 KER on the library shelves.

With the first satellite was launched by the Soviet Union in 1957, humankind had managed to escape the bonds of gravity. And with this ability came the desire to explore the rest of the solar system.

This book presents the many space missions that have been launched from Earth. From the Mariner probes to Voyager 1 and 2, each mission is described in details and their findings are reported. Each mission enhanced our understanding of the space around us, and provided more information to launch ever more ambitious missions. Missions to every planet save Pluto are explained, along with several passes with comets.

Space lovers will enjoy both the vivid description of the missions as well as the gorgeous pictures included in this book.