Each title in the "Exploring the Solar System" series takes the reader on an imaginary journey through a part of the solar system. This particular volume explores the planet Venus, and covers its position, origin, composition and geology. There are historical features on how the planet was discovered and named, along with biographical information on key people connected with its discovery.

 

This book is part of a book series called Exploring the Solar System .

This book is aimed at children in primary school.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published 2001 by Capstone Global Library Ltd .

Giles Sparrow is an author specializing in astronomy and physics. He's written about everything from space technology to the history of science.