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The Hunt for Planet X: New Worlds and the Fate of Pluto (Hardcover)

by Govert Schilling (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 281 pages
  • Publisher: Springer (28 Nov 2008)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0387778047
  • ISBN-13: 978-0387778044
  • Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 15.2 x 2.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 329,848 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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    #15 in  Books > Science & Nature > Astronomy & Cosmology > Solar System > Planets & Asteroids
    #63 in  Books > Scientific, Technical & Medical > Astronomy & Cosmology > Solar System
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Ever since the serendipitous discovery of planet Uranus in 1871, astronomers have been hunting for new worlds in the outer regions of our solar system. This exciting and ongoing quest culminated recently in the discovery of hundreds of ice dwarfs in the Kuiper belt, robbed Pluto from its ‘planet’ status, and led to a better understanding of the origin of the solar system. This timely book reads like a scientific ‘who done it’, going from the heights of discovery to the depths of disappointment in the hunt for ‘Planet X’. Based on many personal interviews with astronomers, the well-known science writer Govert Schilling introduces the heroes in the race to be the first in finding another world, bigger than Pluto.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Planet Fantastic!, 19 Jan 2010
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This book charts the ongoing search for Planet X (the mystery planet in our solar system that science proves exists, just can't physically find!), and within that search the story of Pluto's discovery and dethronement.

It's a fascinating read, with the excitement of discovery and adventure permeating from the pages. The few basic astronomy concepts raised are explained so clearly and concisely that they're very easy to grasp, and don't hinder the journey in anyway.

The layout of the book is also lovely. Clear type, many colour photos, and heavy glossy paper. It's a joy to hold as well as read.

Easily one of the best `accessible' science/astronomy books I've ever read.
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