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Jim Bell

    James (Jim) F. Bell III è un illustre professore di astronomia il cui lavoro approfondisce le complessità della geologia planetaria, della geochimica e della mineralogia. Attraverso un'analisi meticolosa dei dati provenienti da telescopi e missioni spaziali, esplora la composizione e la formazione dei corpi celesti. I suoi contributi si estendono a importanti missioni della NASA, dove ha svolto un ruolo chiave nei sistemi di imaging, offrendo intuizioni visive senza precedenti su mondi lontani. In qualità di redattore di una prestigiosa rivista di scienze spaziali e presidente di un'importante organizzazione per la promozione spaziale, Bell continua a plasmare il discorso e la comprensione del nostro sistema solare.

    Sardine Can't
    Flying with a Dragon on Our Tail: in the Historic 1987 Paris-Pékin-Paris Air Race
    Art of the Cosmos
    The Interstellar Age
    The Hubble Legacy
    The Space Book
    • The Space Book

      • 527pagine
      • 19 ore di lettura

      How did the Universe begin? Are there other Earth-like planets out there? Are we alone? This title answers these questions for those interested in the worlds beyond our planet. It presents 250 of the astronomical events, from the formation of galaxies to the discovery of water ice on Mars.

      The Space Book
    • The Hubble Legacy

      • 224pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      The Hubble Telescope has done more to chronicle the origin and evolution of the universe than any other instrument ever created. It has taught us that the universe is 13.8 billion years old, that just about every large galaxy features a black hole at its center, and that we can create 3-D maps of dark matter. Hubble Legacy features the most stunning imagery captured by the telescope--from geysers of solar light to exploding stars, solar flares, and galaxies colliding--and also explains how Hubble has advanced our understanding of our very creation.

      The Hubble Legacy
    • The Interstellar Age

      • 324pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      "The story of the men and women who drove the Voyager spacecraft mission- told by a scientist who was there from the beginning. The Voyager spacecraft are our farthest-flung emissaries-11.3 billion miles away from the crew who built and still operate them, decades since their launch. Voyager 1 left the solar system in 2012; its sister craft, Voyager 2, will do so in 2015. The fantastic journey began in 1977, before the first episode of Cosmos aired. The mission was planned as a grand tour beyond the moon; beyond Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn; and maybe even into interstellar space. The fact that it actually happened makes this humanity's greatest space mission. In The Interstellar Age, award-winning planetary scientist Jim Bell reveals what drove and continues to drive the members of this extraordinary team, including Ed Stone, Voyager's chief scientist and the one-time head of NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab; Charley Kohlhase, an orbital dynamics engineer who helped to design many of the critical slingshot maneuvers around planets that enabled the Voyagers to travel so far; and the geologist whose Earth-bound experience would prove of little help in interpreting the strange new landscapes revealed in the Voyagers' astoundingly clear images of moons and planets. Speeding through space at a mind-bending eleven miles a second, Voyager 1 is now beyond our solar system's planets. It carries with it artifacts of human civilization. By the time Voyager passes its first star in about 40,000 years, the gold record on the spacecraft, containing various music and images including Chuck Berry's "Johnny B. Goode," will still be playable"-- Provided by publisher

      The Interstellar Age
    • Art of the Cosmos

      Visions from the Frontier of Deep Space Exploration

      • 210pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      Celebrating human achievement, this book showcases the scientists and engineers who expand civilization's boundaries, particularly in art and space exploration. Curated by Dr. Jim Bell, it features stunning photographs of deep space captured by advanced robotic missions. The images are organized by distance from Earth, guiding readers on a journey that takes them from familiar surroundings to the farthest reaches of the universe, highlighting the intersection of technology and artistry in exploring the cosmos.

      Art of the Cosmos
    • Sardine Can't

      • 164pagine
      • 6 ore di lettura

      Exploring the complexities of life and the human experience, this collection presents an array of 60 stories and poems that delve into themes of passion, dreams, and the passage of time. Through vivid imagery and poignant narratives, it captures the struggles and triumphs of the misfortunate, offering a unique perspective on existence. The work serves as a continuation of its predecessor, enriching the reader's journey with additional layers of meaning and emotion.

      Sardine Can't
    • Sardine Can

      • 220pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      Exploring the depths of human experience, this collection features 60 unconventional tales and poems that delve into the lives of eccentric characters, including the mad, the bad, and the brokenhearted. Themes of love, loss, and existential reflection weave through narratives of weddings, funerals, and obsessions, capturing moments of joy and despair. The writing evokes a haunting sense of ennui, drawing readers into the emotional struggles and vivid imaginations of its diverse cast.

      Sardine Can
    • Become One

      • 114pagine
      • 4 ore di lettura

      The cover features NGC 6240, an ultra luminous infrared galaxy formed from the merger of two smaller galaxies, showcasing a unique cosmic phenomenon. The description draws a parallel between the gravitational interactions of colliding galaxies and the dynamics of marriage, emphasizing the transformative journey toward unity. Just as galaxies may either merge or drift apart over billions of years, relationships can evolve through challenges, ultimately reflecting divine glory in their union.

      Become One
    • Culturally significant, this work offers an authentic reproduction of an original artifact, preserving its historical integrity. Readers will encounter original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through important libraries worldwide. This edition aims to maintain fidelity to the original text, providing insight into the knowledge base that shapes our civilization.

      Poems. --
    • The Space Book Revised and Updated

      • 528pagine
      • 19 ore di lettura

      This revised edition includes the most exciting new discoveries in space exploration. Existing entries have been updated to include the results of completed and current missions.

      The Space Book Revised and Updated