{"product_id":"smithsonian-atlas-of-space-a-map-to-the-universe-from-the-big-bang-to-the-future-hardcover","title":"Smithsonian Atlas of Space: A Map to the Universe from the Big Bang to the Future - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRoger D. Launius\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJourney to the farthest corners of the universe in this visually stunning coffee-table atlas by the former chief historian of NASA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e300 maps and illustrations tell the incredible story of the past, present, and future of the universe and space exploration \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNavigate the Solar System, the Milky Way, and beyond with 300 magnificent charts, illustrations, and photographs. This large-format atlas makes the immense universe feel more intimate, with striking full-page spreads and engaging text. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFormer chief historian of NASA Roger D. Launius offers important perspective on the trajectory of space exploration and its achievements, covering topics like ancient ideas of the cosmos; the evolution of galaxies; the search for extraterrestrial intelligence; investigating the inner and outer solar system; and human migration to the Moon and to Mars. The book includes: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-page and full-spread historical, scientific, cosmology, and specially commissioned maps. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazing photos from NASA's archives and stunning new artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiographical sidebars highlighting important people involved in the search for knowledge about the universe, from Galileo to Nancy Grace Roman to Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the growing market for space tourism, space exploration verges on a new era, and this book looks toward the future to include conceptions of futuristic space activities. The marvelous collection of maps provide visual reference to better understand science and humanity's place in the universe. Absorbing and exquisitely detailed, \u003ci\u003eSmithsonian Atlas of Space \u003c\/i\u003eis a showstopping journey through the cosmos.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eROGER D. LAUNIUS \u003c\/b\u003eserved as chief historian of NASA between 1990 and 2002 and is a recipient of the NASA Exceptional Service Medal and the Exceptional Achievement Medal. From NASA, he moved to the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC, where he served most recently as Associate Director for Collections and Curatorial Affairs. He has written or edited more than 30 books on aerospace history, including \u003ci\u003eThe Smithsonian History of Space Exploration\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e Apollo's Legacy\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eNASA Space Shuttle: 40th Anniversary.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 x 12.1 x 10.1 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 29, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42683976679487,"sku":"9781588347800","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/60eef008083b0c611877abd21a20d641.webp?v=1764965869","url":"https:\/\/dhl-adrianne.myshopify.com\/products\/smithsonian-atlas-of-space-a-map-to-the-universe-from-the-big-bang-to-the-future-hardcover","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}