Popular astronomy and space

**WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE****THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**'A slim, profound study of intimate human fears set against epic vistas' GUARDIAN'Stunning.

From a childhood in Camden to the frontiers of space, an inspirational memoir from space scientist, presenter of The Sky at Night, and bestselling author Maggie Aderin.

Las estrellas dibujan por la noche formas sobre las que el ser humano ha proyectado imágenes e historias: la Osa Mayor, la Osa Menor, la Lira u Orión son relativamente conocidas y de fácil localización.

L'alternative inconfortableQue se passe-t-il si l'on refuse ce raccourci ?

Liebe Lesende, als ich vor einer Gruppe von Schulerinnen und Schulern von meinem Studium erzahlte, lie die Frage nicht lange auf sich warten: Was ist ein Schwarzes Loch?

El cielo ofrece cada noche un espectáculo permanente a quien sabe contemplarlo con paciencia.

Desde siempre el ser humano ha sabido que su destino estaba en las estrellas y es que si lo piensas en realidad no somos más que polvo de estrellas.

A NEW SCIENTIST BEST NEW SCIENCE BOOK APRIL 2026 Stand out a persuasive case for getting our noses out of our phones and raising our eyes to the skies.

'At last, a sensible and penetrating look at the possibility of life on Mars .

After the huge national and international success of 'Longitude' and 'Gallileo's Daughter', Dava Sobel tells the human story of the nine planets of our solar system.

The ideal night sky gift for all amateur and experienced astronomers.

NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR BY THE ECONOMIST, OBSERVER, NEW SCIENTIST, BBC FOCUS, INDEPENDENT AND WASHINGTON POST 'A rollicking tour of the wildest physics.

Across the centuries, and across the world, solar and lunar eclipses have captured the human imagination.

Your complete one-volume guide to the year 2014.

From the author of 'Seven Wonders of the Industrial World', the ebook edition of the TV tie-in charting the shocking but true story behind the space race - and the ruthless, brilliant scientists who fuelled it.

This book is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to Celtic astrology, an ancient form of divination based on the cycles of the moon.

Streetlamps, neon signs - an ever-present glow that has changed the natural world and adversely affected our health; Paul Bogard illuminates the problems caused by a lack of darkness.

WINNER OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY TRIVEDI SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE 2024ONE OF THE TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW SCIENTIST BEST SCIENCE BOOKS OF THE YEARGUARDIAN BEST SCIENCE AND NATURE BOOK 2024A HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST RELATED WORK 2024THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERTHE #2 MOST GIFTED BOOK IN THE SOLAR SYSTEMFrom the bestselling authors of Soonish, a brilliant and hilarious off-world investigation into space settlementEarth is not well.

Walk through Britain s wild landscapes after dark with two-time winner of the Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing, John Lewis-Stempel.

A COMPLETE, UNCOMPLICATED GUIDE TO THE SCIENCE OF LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING INBETWEEN Most scientists know only their own field.

Discover all you need to know about MarsIncludes the historic, cultural and scientific background and exploratory missions within one accessible guide for aspiring and seasoned astronomers, packed full of stunning images.

The beautiful aurorae, or northern lights, are the stuff of legends.

The year 2016 is the Chinese Year of the Monkey - what will this mean for you?

The year 2016 is the Chinese Year of the Monkey - what will this mean for you?

I read a lot of writings by astronauts in my research for Orbital, but this was my go-to.

This ebook has been optimised for tablets.

The year 2016 is the Chinese Year of the Monkey - what will this mean for you?

An introduction to the universe covering everything from the big bang and our understanding of the universe over time, to the earth's formation, the Sun and how it affects us, the Moon and planets, black holes and galaxies.

Your complete one-volume guide to the year 2015.

Afterword by Professor Stephen Hawking"e;Reads like a thriller - and reveals many secrets.

Your complete one-volume guide to the year 2022.

Sie überleben in Gletschern und in der Wüste, sie ruhen Jahrhunderte ohne Nahrung, und sie erwachen wieder zum Leben, wenn Wasser zurückkehrt:Bärtierchen – mikroskopisch kleine Wesen, die zu den erstaunlichsten Geschöpfen unseres Planeten gehören.

El trío de eclipses más esperado de la península Ibérica llega en 2026, 2027 y 2028!

El trio d'eclipsis més esperat de la península Ibèrica arriba el 2026, 2027 i 2028!

Sind wir allein im Universum – oder stehen wir kurz davor, die Antwort auf die größte Frage der Menschheit zu finden?

"65 Los cielos más bellos de España" es una invitación a recuperar la emoción que sentimos al observar por primera vez el firmamento, a acercarse a los pueblos y rincones de este país que guardan la esencia de lo que fuimos.

UN FESTÍN DE TEORÍAS PARA AQUELLOS QUE HACEN SIMULACROS MENTALES DEL FIN DEL MUNDO… POR SI ACASO.

Wie lässt sich das scheinbare Chaos des Universums mit der atemberaubenden Ordnung der Natur vereinen?

Liebe Leserin, lieber Leser, wenn Sie schon einmal am Himmel unterwegs waren, sei es mit bloen Augen, einem Fernglas oder einem Teleskop, dann werden Sie feststellen: Es ist, als waren Sie auf Reisen.

Want to join the ultimate cosmic treasure hunt?

Distant galaxies, dark matter, black holes elusive, incomprehensible and inhospitable these are the building blocks of modern physics.

Looking at the night sky, you'd be forgiven for thinking it's all quiet up there in space.

Looking at the night sky, you'd be forgiven for thinking it's all quiet up there in space.

Featuring stunning full-colour photography from both personal collections of astronauts and NASA s archives, the human story of space is told through intimate and powerful testimonies from the astronauts, scientists, engineers and space tourists who have lived it.

Earth is not isolated in space but surrounded by a diverse array of potentially hazardous phenomena within our solar system and beyond.

Find out ALL ABOUT space in this fun-filled fact book for kids aged 7+.

If you're looking for simple, visual guide to all of the core sciences, this book is for you.

Do you ever feel that life isn't going to plan?

The ninth instalment of the bestselling and most-loved almanac on the market

 

The original and bestselling almanac

 

Reconnect with the seasons in Britain and Ireland with this month-by-month guide to the world around us - including tide tables, sunrises and moon phases; wildlife and folklore; seasonal recipes and more.

The Almanac: A Seasonal Guide to 2026 gives you the tools and inspiration you need to celebrate, mark and appreciate each month of the year in your own particular way.

Divided into the 12 months, a set of tables each month gives it the feel and weight of a traditional almanac, providing practical information that gives access to the outdoors and the seasons, perfect for expeditions, woodland foraging and beach holidays. And it's the ideal gift!

You will find yourself referring to The Almanac all year long, revisiting it again and again, and looking forward to the next edition as the year draws to a close.

PRAISE FOR THE ALMANAC:
'Lia Leendertz's classic almanac never fails to delight' - The Herald
'It's a perfect Christmas present' - Allan Jenkins, The Observer
'The perfect companion to the seasons' - India Knight
'Indispensable' - Sir Bob Geldof
'This book is your bible' - The Independent
'I love this gem of a book' - Cerys Matthews

Sunday Times bestseller, December 2025