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| The New Solar System | 
 enlarge | Creators: J. Kelly Beatty, Carolyn Collins Petersen, Andrew Chaikin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Category: Book
List Price: £32.00
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Avg. Customer Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 59722
Media: Paperback
Edition: 4
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 430
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.1
Dimensions (in): 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.9
ISBN: 0521645875
Dewey Decimal Number: 523.2
EAN: 9780521645874
ASIN: 0521645875
Publication Date: January 28, 1999
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 Great book April 23, 2006
I bought this book for a univeristy module, but only dipped in and out of it at the time. Now, a few years later I have revisted i and found it to be a really good read. Definately not for a beginner unless very very keen, but a very well written text book for those with some scientific background. Not entirely up to date now but still a good read.
 Well written and well illustrated. November 22, 2001
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is one book in a long list of preparatory reading for a second level Open University course. The content of this text is advanced, but very clearly explained.
A comprehensive overview for the scientically literate. August 1, 2001
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
I get fed up of over-simplified "popularisations", which assume the reader doesn't understand data or scientific method. In contrast, this book is pitched at the scientifically literate non-specialist. It gives a true flavour of the data planetary scientists work with, how they make deductions, and the level of security of those judgements. It covers the whole solar system, from meteorites to the sun. Thus the reader gets an excellent overview of the true state of planetary science. And it is packed full of great pictures. The style is dense, and it took me several weeks to read. Never was that a chore.
Essential for the enthusiast and professional alike January 13, 2001
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
This book is a collection of up-to-date reviews of all the main aspects of solar-system science. It is beautifully produced, full of striking illustrations and a real pleasure to read. The content is pitched at a level rather above that of a Scientific American article and will be most appreciated by educated enthusiasts, students and professionals. It is found in most university libraries. If you have a serious interest in modern solar-system science, then this is essential reading.
 Good but hard work October 19, 2000
7 out of 9 found this review helpful
The book contains all of the relevant informaton a person would ever need to know about the solar system but is very hard going. The chapters are long and comprehensive but are occasionally filled with two much jargon and a more concise summary of events was sometimes needed. Some prior knowledge is assumed before reading the book so it can't be recommended for absolute beginners but for others it will answer most questions on the topic
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