The planets

Our fascination with other worlds will not end. David A. Roderick dives into the depths of space to highlight the celestial bodies that make up our solar system, and those that orbit other stars. From giant gaseous planets and terrestrial planets, to moons, asteroids, objects beyond Neptune, and comets, the author explains how our knowledge in this field has developed over the centuries, and how it has grown enormously in recent years. Through exploring the nature of planets and the conditions required for them to become habitable, Roderick sheds light on the excitement, doubts, and challenges involved in planetary science.