Author Description

"This completely revised and updated third edition of The Solar System covers 200 features within Earth’s solar system from the big bang theory to spacecraft engineering. Updates reflect advancements in science and technology since the last edition was published. 20 brand-new topics have been added to this comprehensive essay collection including new images from the James Webb Space Telescope. All other essays have been thoroughly revised and expanded to ensure the coverage in these volumes is accurate and current. Essays range from 2,000 to 5,000 words and each entry begins with an “Overview” detailing basic information and important facts about the subject. “Knowledge Gained & Methods of Study/Applications” details how the topic is investigated, what scientific knowledge we have accumulated, or the uses of the knowledge we have gained. “Context” addresses the topic from the larger perspective of the history of solar system science and its relevance to humankind. A “Byline” provides the name of the scholar who wrote each essay and a “Further Reading” list offers an annotated selection of important resources for further study." --