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From looking at the stars to walking on the moon and reaching beyond our solar system, contents include: star maps and telescopes - from Galileo to Hubble; stars and comets; exploring space with satellites and unmanned planetary probes; reaching for the moon; and the space shuttle and the space stat... More

This Collins Gem explains what we know about the universe - including all the key features from the Big Bang to the planets. Every major aspect of the universe is covered, helping readers understand the complexities of the world outside our own.... More

Here are all 712 images that collectors, beach lovers, and sailors--especially sailors!--loved in the 6-inch square Cubebook edition of "The Sea," This appealing larger format is much more than a bigger canvas --it is a new way to view its unsurpassed image quality. Taken both from above the sea and... More

Toward the end of the twentieth century, it became evident to professionals working within the meterological arena that the world's climate system was showing signs of change that could not be adequately explained in terms of natural variation. Since that time there has been an increasing recognitio... More

GI Diets are hugely popular, but don't give the full picture. GI sorts out the good carbs from the bad. To find out how many carbs there are in a portion, you need to know its Glycaemic Load (GL). "Gem GL" gives this information for hundreds of foods using a simple traffic-light system. It includes ... More

Never before have so many Americans wanted to experience the wild corners of the nation's land. Now this complete guide gives them the tools and the skills to do so. Packed with imaginative ideas for the greater enjoyment of day hikes and long-distance treks alike, beginners and pros will benefit fr... More