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Books with author Jefferson Davis

  • Alien Life Search: Quest for Extraterrestrial Organisms

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, April 1, 1999)
    Discusses what other planets may have the right conditions to support life and surveys aliens, unidentified flying objects, and our exploration of space
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  • Space Probes: Exploring Beyond Earth

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)
    For almost 50 years humans have been sending probes into space. It is from these unmanned machines that most of our knowledge of the universe is gathered. With Space Probes: Exploring Beyond Earth, young readers can learn what a space probe is, what planets have been explored, what is a rover, and what future missions are planned.
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  • The Earth: Our Home Planet

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, March 1, 2008)
    This highly illustrated book takes an in depth look at our home planet, including the inside core, the oceans and continents, the atmosphere surrounding it, and how it is affected by other planetary bodies.
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  • Miniature Figures: From Model Soldiers to Fantasy Gaming

    David Jefferis

    Hardcover (Crabtree Publishing Company, Sept. 25, 2018)
    Historically, model figures tended to be military ones, such as soldiers. Today, gaming has brought a new popularity to building favorite characters from fantasy games, both people and animals. This exciting introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, using the Internet for research, and how to shape and fix molded figures. Tips on painting, filing, smoothing, and applying gloss help build fine-motor skills. Young readers are encouraged to build patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving.
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  • Space Workers: Making Money Above Earth

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Pub Co, Nov. 30, 2017)
    "Can't find a job on Earth? This inspiring book looks at the possibilities of industry and commerce in space. Amazing artwork illustrates the scientific possibilities of mining asteroids and moons, setting up factories in space, designing new products for zero gravity, and even starring in your own reality show in space!"--
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  • Star Spotters: Telescopes and Observatories

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2009)
    In orbit and on the ground, star spotters are the eyes we use to explore deep into space. Star Spotters: Telescopes and Observatories answers questions such as: What is the most powerful telescope? What is radio astronomy? How big is the Hubble Space Telescope? and What future telescopes are planned?
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  • Space Probes: Exploring Beyond Earth

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 30, 2009)
    Introduces space probes and explains how they monitor the planets and other bodies in the solar system.
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  • The Veiled Doctor; a Novel

    Varina Anne Jefferson Davis

    Hardcover (Franklin Classics, Oct. 13, 2018)
    This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
  • Into Infinity: From Earth to the Stars

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Crabtree Publishing Company, Oct. 1, 2001)
    The exciting frontiers of space aviation are explored in this fascinating book that explains how the space shuttle works, how space stations are currently being constructed, the possibility of long-stay colonies, plans for commercial travel into space, and space probes that search beyond the solar system. This title also explores the consequences for society. Full-color illustrations.
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  • Military Planes

    David Jefferis

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Sept. 1, 1985)
    Text and illustrations describe the flight characteristics and performance capabilities of fighter planes, bombers, transports, and other military aircraft.
  • Super Bikes

    David Jefferis

    Paperback (Heinemann/Raintree, June 25, 2003)
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  • Extreme Machines: Cars

    jefferis-david

    Paperback (Franklin Watts Ltd, Jan. 1, 2009)
    Rare Book