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'Combining both recent knowledge and historical background about the planetsof the solar system, this source will be a valuable addition to the astronomy collections of both academic and public libraries ... The new volume is arranged in two parts. Part one presents planetary data, such as atmospheric pressure, composition, and future conjunctions and transits. Part two contains asummary on each planet, including its moons ... The handbook is well suited for amateur astronomers and students of astronomy.' Booklist

'Combining both recent knowledge and historical background about the planets of the solar system, this source will be a valuable addition to the astronomy collections of both academic and public libraries ... The new volume is arranged in two parts. Part one presents planetary data, such as atmospheric pressure, composition, and future conjunctions and transits. Part two contains a summary on each planet, including its moons ... The handbook is well suited for amateur astronomers and students of astronomy.' Booklist '... an excellent book ... The Cambridge Planetary Handbook is a credit to both author and publisher, and good value for money.' Mark Williamson, Earth Space Review 'This book is a must for all astronomy enthusiasts, as well as academic researchers, students and teachers. Those unfamiliar with the sky will find this a user-friendly guide written in clear, non-technical language.' Europe and Astronomy

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