The Solar System - Science in Focus Author:Anna Claybourne Science in Focus is a broad based series that gives a clear introduction to curriculum topics and is an easy reference tool for research. The clear, well-written text is generously illustrated with large colour photographs and diagrams. Fact and History boxes extend the information, and evidence boxes suggest practical investigations. "The Solar... more » System" investigates the area of space that Planet Earth occupies. It looks at the planets that orbit the Sun, their moons and other features and gives a detailed account of space exploration from its early days right up to the present day. Find out about comets, asteroids and meteorites and the chances of one hitting Earth!« less