Description
The definitive reference source on space applications, missions and exploration: with unique breadth, depth and presentation.
About the Author
Fernand Verger is Emeritus Professor of Geography at l'Ecole Normale Superieure, Paris. He was NASA Principal Investigator for the Landsat-1 and 2 programs, and project director of the preliminary program for assessing the SPOT satellite. Isabelle Sourbes-Verger is a researcher at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique and Fondation pour la Recherche Strategique, Paris. Raymond Ghirardi is a cartographic engineer at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique and has worked on many geographical and geopolitical projects. Xavier Pasco is a researcher at the Fondation pour la Recherche Strategique, and Associate Professor at the Universite de Marne la Vallee.
Reviews
'This is an essential addition to any library for senior school age pupils.' Gnomon
'General and specialist readers alike will find The Cambridge Encyclopedia of Space an accessible introduction to space activities conducted by all countries since the mid-20th century. the volume ... is a gold mine of facts both mainstream and obscure that provides efficient access to a wealth of fascinating details ... will reward anyone interested in the history or contemporary profile of human activities in space.' Science
'... the perfect reference book for those working in or studying the space arena.' Orion
'... an unusual but worthwhile addition to the reference shelves for anyone interested in the development and evolution of humanity's endeavour to explore and conquer near-earth space.' The Observatory
Book Information
ISBN 9780521773003
Author Fernand Verger
Format Hardback
Page Count 428
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1796g
Dimensions(mm) 283mm * 230mm * 30mm