The planets

Our fascination with other worlds will not end. David A. Roderi dives into the depths of space to shed light on the celestial bodies that make up our solar system, and those that orbit other stars. From giant gas 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 tremendously in recent years. Through exploring the nature of planets and the conditions required for them to become habitable, Roderi highlights the excitement, doubts, and challenges involved in planetary science.