Book details
Voyage to the Planets Mission Report
Published in
2004
Description
Follow Commander Tom Kirby and the crew of the Pegasus on an exhilarating space adventure based on real science. Journey across the solar system, from the molten lava fields of Io to the rings of Saturn, and experience the wonders of space through breathtaking CGI images from the TV series. With 3D glasses included, witness these images in stunning 3D detail. The narrative is supplemented with computer-screen style fact boxes providing hard factual information as 'briefings' from Mission Control, making the adventure not only thrilling but educational. Feel as though you really are travelling with the crew of the Pegasus to the outer limits of the solar system. Put on the 3D glasses included with this book, and watch the breathtaking CGI images from the TV series leap off the page. From the rings of Saturn to the dust storms of Mars and the surface of a comet - see them all in incredible 3D detail! Are you ready for take-off?
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
128 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Expand your imagination by exploring the detailed universe and interplanetary travel depicted in the book.
- Gain insight into the scientific and technological concepts that could make space travel to other planets possible.
- Experience the thrill of adventure and the challenges faced by astronauts on a mission beyond Earth.
- Enjoy the blend of factual science with creative storytelling that can inspire a deeper interest in astronomy and space exploration.