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Military and security Military and security Tom Jackson "Provides a historical overview of military technology, from the earliest weapons to medieval fortresses and to today's modern weapons and warfare strategies. Includes the progression of lock technol… OL15902093W
2010, odyssey two 2010, odyssey two Arthur C. Clarke When 2001: A Space Odyssey first shocked, amazed, and delighted millions in the late 1960s, the novel was quickly recognized as a classic. Since then, its fame has grown steadily among the multitudes… OL17391W
The Hubble Space Telescope The Hubble Space Telescope Margaret W. Carruthers A comprehensive look at the Hubble Space Telescope which has, since 1990, collected information about our solar system, star clusters in the Milky Way galaxy, and even other galaxies as it orbits the… OL17735973W
Seveneves Seveneves Neal Stephenson "What would happen if the world were ending? A catastrophic event renders the earth a ticking time bomb. In a feverish race against the inevitable, nations around the globe band together to devise an… OL17829905W
Robots in space Robots in space Nancy Furstinger What kind of robot can help scientists explore terrain on Mars, collect data about space, and photograph the planets? Space robots! These robots can do jobs far away, where it is too dangerous for hu… OL17903609W
The best book of spaceships The best book of spaceships Ian Graham Illustrations and text describe how humans have tried to learn more about space and some of the equipment and vehicles used to do this. OL1818033W
DK online space travel DK online space travel Ian Graham "Qui fut le premier homme dans l'espace? Comment vivent le astronautes à bord de leurs vaisseaux? À quoi servent les missions spatiales? Grâce à ce récit de la conquête de l'espace, depuis l'inventio… OL1818042W
Telescopes and space probes Telescopes and space probes World Book, Inc "Introduction to telescopes and space probes forprimary and intermediate grade students. Includes fun facts, glossary, resource list and index"--Provided by publisher. OL19111592W
Beyond Beyond Chris Impey A report on humanity's imminent potential for living in space covers topics ranging from China's 2020 space station and the colonization of Mars to space-elevator innovations and the mapping of Earth… OL20000693W
Space Space Simon Rogers The third in a visually stunning series of information graphics that shows just how interesting and humorous scientific information can be. Complex facts about space are reinterpreted as stylish info… OL20018697W
Outer space Outer space Paul Beck Discover the world of astronauts, rockets, the International Space Station, and satellites! Explore the solar system, other galaxies, and the mysteries of deep space. OL20649068W
Totally wacky facts about exploring space Totally wacky facts about exploring space Emma Carlson Berne Presents more than 100 wild and wacky facts about space exploration. OL20880191W
Space travel Space travel Jenny E. Tesar Provides an introduction to space travel, describing what astronauts do, how they live and work in space, space shuttles and space stations, moon landings, and more. OL2122585W
The future of space exploration The future of space exploration Diane Bailey This title provides an in-depth look at potential future developments in space exploration, including settlements on Mars as well as orbiting telescopes and other technologies that are currently cons… OL24266425W
L'exploration de l'espace L'exploration de l'espace Cynthia Pratt Nicolson "Le sujet, toujours prise par les jeunes, et un lexique en complement font de ce documentaire un outil qui saura captiver les lecteurs. Le langage vulgarise et les petites experiences suscitent beauc… OL24281954W
Une planète dans la tête Une planète dans la tête Sally Gardner Roman de science-fiction. Uchronie. Standish vit avec son grand-père dans la "zone 7", celle des impurs, privés de tout, surveillés en permanence ... Dyslexique, il subit à l'école brimades et humili… OL24844150W
Showcasing space Showcasing space Martin J. Collins "This volume seeks to explore the meaning of space artefacts, both as products of particular historical settings and as windows for understanding technological and cultural change. Its contributors, … OL24851007W
N-Space N-Space Martin, Chris (Science fiction author) Intended for young adult readers who are interested in science, space travel, and science fiction, this collection of stories, poems, and songs follows the adventures of space captain-in-training, Ja… OL26447852W
Space probes and satellites Space probes and satellites Heather Couper Surveys developments in manned and unmanned space exploration, from the launch of the Sputnik satellite in 1957 to space probes such as Pioneer and Voyager to possible future missions to the stars. OL2715430W
Outer space Outer space Harry Ford,Kay Barnham Provides facts about the universe, space exploration, black holes, astronomy and spacecraft using question and answer format. OL28760260W
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