{"product_id":"nine-planet-the-worlds-of-science-by-alan-e-nourse-rare-books","title":"Nine Planet [The worlds of science] by Alan E. Nourse [rare books]","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"738\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"41\"\u003e\"Nine Planets: The Worlds of Science\"\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"63\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAlan E. Nourse\u003c\/strong\u003e is an engaging and accessible introduction to the solar system, written for young readers and curious minds. The book explores the nine classical planets (before Pluto's reclassification) — Mercury through Pluto — offering scientific facts, historical discoveries, and insights into how astronomers have come to understand the cosmos. Nourse combines clear explanations with fascinating trivia, making complex astronomical concepts easy to grasp. The book not only describes each planet’s characteristics—like size, atmosphere, and orbit—but also touches on the evolution of space exploration and humanity's growing understanding of the universe during the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"1332\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eAlan E. Nourse\u003c\/strong\u003e (1928–1992) was an American physician and science fiction writer, known for blending scientific accuracy with imaginative storytelling. He wrote both fiction and nonfiction, often using his medical and scientific background to inform his work. In addition to \u003cem data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1032\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNine Planets\u003c\/em\u003e, Nourse authored popular science books aimed at making science understandable for general readers, and he also wrote acclaimed science fiction novels such as \u003cem data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1205\"\u003eStar Surgeon\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eThe Bladerunner\u003c\/em\u003e. His writing is noted for its clarity, educational value, and ability to spark curiosity in young minds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255583432890,"sku":"34EOSIGOX-Used","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/nineplanetbyalanenourse.jpg?v=1761066073","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/nine-planet-the-worlds-of-science-by-alan-e-nourse-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}