Other editions of book Body and Mind

An exciting new series, building into an extensive library of knowledge for tomorrow's young scientists. Lively and accessible, each of the 10 volumes focuses on a major area of scientific knowledge and draws the reader into the dynamic world of the modern scientist.* nearly 300 major articles in all, giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences* accurate and up to date, covering the latest discoveries, events and ideas* expert authors capture the excitement of science* all text checked by specialist consultants* over 1300 illustrations - carefully selected photos and specially commissioned drawings and diagrams

An exciting new series, building into an extensive library of knowledge for tomorrow's young scientists. Lively and accessible, each of the 10 volumes focuses on a major area of scientific knowledge and draws the reader into the dynamic world of the modern scientist.* nearly 300 major articles in all, giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences* accurate and up to date, covering the latest discoveries, events and ideas* expert authors capture the excitement of science* all text checked by specialist consultants* over 1300 illustrations - carefully selected photos and specially commissioned drawings and diagrams

An accessible new reference for students, The Young Oxford Library of Science is an 11-volume set that offers easy-to-find information on the physical, chemical, and biological sciences. Each volume explains its subject in language that is easy to understand and is written by its own expert author. Together, these volumes form a comprehensive library of basic knowledge on all aspects of science and how it applies to our daily lives. Volume 10: Stars and PlanetsStars and Planets takes us on a tour of outer space, from Earth's closest neighbor the moon to galaxies 14 billion light-years away. But unlike stops on an ordinary tour, all of these wonders are in constant motion. Learn why and how in 27 articles that include: * Astronomy * Solar System * Planets * Stars * Galaxies * Universe