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Deep Space: The Furthest Reaches of Our Universe
Travelling from the edge of our Solar System, through the Milky Way and to the outer edges of the observable universe, Deep Space is a spectacular photographic guide to galaxies, nebulae, supernova, clusters, black holes, and quasars.
Learn about the birth of stars in our own galaxy, planets beyond our own solar system, when they were first discovered and how we have managed to photograph these places. Ranging from the Magellanic Clouds within the Milky Way to stellar life cycles, from other spiral galaxies such as the Andromeda Galaxy, to the Sombrero Galaxy, and from nebulae such as the Pillars of Creation to black and white dwarfs, this is accessibly written for the general reader to grasp the science and magnitude of deep space. Featuring 200 outstanding color photographs and expert captions, Deep Space is most certainly out of this world.
Learn about the birth of stars in our own galaxy, planets beyond our own solar system, when they were first discovered and how we have managed to photograph these places. Ranging from the Magellanic Clouds within the Milky Way to stellar life cycles, from other spiral galaxies such as the Andromeda Galaxy, to the Sombrero Galaxy, and from nebulae such as the Pillars of Creation to black and white dwarfs, this is accessibly written for the general reader to grasp the science and magnitude of deep space. Featuring 200 outstanding color photographs and expert captions, Deep Space is most certainly out of this world.
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224 pages, Hardcover
Published October 14, 2020
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October 11, 2020
Deep Space is absolutely stunning pictures of space.
Deep Space has some interesting information about birth of stars, life of stars, death of stars, the milky way and the distant universe. Each section starts with a brief introduction followed by great pictures with interesting captions.
Space and stars is something I always wish I knew more about. Deep Space was a perfect way for me to learn while looking at amazing pictures.
Thank you NetGalley and Amber Books Ltd. for Deep Space.
Deep Space has some interesting information about birth of stars, life of stars, death of stars, the milky way and the distant universe. Each section starts with a brief introduction followed by great pictures with interesting captions.
Space and stars is something I always wish I knew more about. Deep Space was a perfect way for me to learn while looking at amazing pictures.
Thank you NetGalley and Amber Books Ltd. for Deep Space.
November 9, 2020
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Deep space is yet another fantastic picture book from Amber Publishing with absolutely breathtaking photographs.
I've always had a fascination with space and my class are currently doing this topic in science so it came at a perfect time for me to read and review.
Each photograph has a wealth of information to accompany it and the level of information is fantastic.
This book is most likely even more stunning in paper format ( I received the pdf version).
Deep space is yet another fantastic picture book from Amber Publishing with absolutely breathtaking photographs.
I've always had a fascination with space and my class are currently doing this topic in science so it came at a perfect time for me to read and review.
Each photograph has a wealth of information to accompany it and the level of information is fantastic.
This book is most likely even more stunning in paper format ( I received the pdf version).
September 23, 2020
Absolutely stunning pictures, this book is an absolutely good book for the coffeetable.A wonderful collection of pictures and information. The depth of information in the book was also very well. I enjoyed the book a lot because I saw things I never saw before.
September 12, 2020
This guide to outer space had the photographic brilliance I expected from these publishers, but a text content – and level – that was not what I predicted. Right from the off, with the quick little introduction, there were too many numbers for some potential readers, and the depth of information only continued. This could well be a good thing or not – the captions making up the core of the script were much lengthier than is the norm for these books, but seemed geared to those in the know. There was no easy way in for the newcomer to know what kind of nebula was what, and I lost track of how many new-to-me classification systems for these things there were, beyond the common Messier and NGC numbers.
The good thing is that many a space scientist, who would be able to absorb all the text in the blink of an eye, would also love to have on hand the visuals. These images are, of course, stunning – and even it's a false colour representation of something in two bands of infra-red, and not the more literal imagery from the Hubble, they each look a peach. So this might well need an A-level in space science (would that such a thing existed), but it still remains something a lot of people could get a lot out of, even if it's just that this is something pretty to browse and boggle over, especially in its current large hardback form.
The good thing is that many a space scientist, who would be able to absorb all the text in the blink of an eye, would also love to have on hand the visuals. These images are, of course, stunning – and even it's a false colour representation of something in two bands of infra-red, and not the more literal imagery from the Hubble, they each look a peach. So this might well need an A-level in space science (would that such a thing existed), but it still remains something a lot of people could get a lot out of, even if it's just that this is something pretty to browse and boggle over, especially in its current large hardback form.
September 11, 2020
Beautiful book by Amber again. The NG pdf files doesn't give it true justice in term of photography quality, slightly better on the NG apps, but I had the chance to put my hand on a physical copy of their recently and they are quite pretty in real life.
Mostly pictures book, their is so information, which is relevant, but the appeal is more about the photography. That one as some amazing picture of deep space object and developing a new interest in astronomy at the moment, the timing for me and this book was perfect.
Short editorial note here about Goodreads. Have you notice how many books are misspell recently on Goodreads. Just this book, the author i Harvey and here it,s spell Harvery. i notice bunch of those, sometimes misspell, sometimes a complete different name in the title or the author... most of them are book now on NG, not sure was is the source of it but if some Goodreads librarian reads this, well you should dig that up a bit!!
Mostly pictures book, their is so information, which is relevant, but the appeal is more about the photography. That one as some amazing picture of deep space object and developing a new interest in astronomy at the moment, the timing for me and this book was perfect.
Short editorial note here about Goodreads. Have you notice how many books are misspell recently on Goodreads. Just this book, the author i Harvey and here it,s spell Harvery. i notice bunch of those, sometimes misspell, sometimes a complete different name in the title or the author... most of them are book now on NG, not sure was is the source of it but if some Goodreads librarian reads this, well you should dig that up a bit!!
December 31, 2020
The images in this book have been taken with the world's most powerful telescopes, such as the Very Large Telescope and the Hubble Space Telescope. Using huge mirrors to collect light over many hours results in photographic exposures that reveal incredible detail and vibrant colours.
Deep Space by Robert Harvey is nothing less than an immersive experience in the depths of space. For a layman in the topic like myself, the explanation and detail is communicated in such a manner that captivated and enthralled me. Upon the final page, one is left with only one resounding thought: how truly small and fortunate are we in this inconceivably large universe of ours?
Below are some extracts (along with some of my favourite nebulae, galaxies, constellations and stars).
There are thousands of times more stars in the observable Universe. There are thousands of times more than there are grains of sand on every beach and desert on Earth. Many of those stars have planets of their own. Travelling at the speed of light from Earth, it takes just over a second to reach the Moon and a little more than eight minutes to arrive at the Sun, our nearest star. Getting to the second closest star, Proxima Centauri, takes more than four years.
One light-year is the distance light travels in a year, which is 9.46 trillion km/5.87 trillion miles (a trillion is or million million). So we say that the brightest star in our night sky, Sirius, is 8.6 light-years away. That means that when we look at Sirius, we see it as it was 8.6 years ago. Another well-known star is Betelgeuse, estimated to be 642 light-years away. Betelgeuse is expected to explode as a supernova sometime in the next 100,000 years and, when that happens, we will observe it 642 years after the explosion occurs.
Favourite nebulae:
Herbig-Haro Jet HH 24
Looking like a celestial light-saber, a new born star shoots twin jets into space, as if to announce its birth. Surrounded by a rotating disk of gas and dust, the star's axis of rotation provides the escape route for superheated material. These narrow jets of partially ionized gas collide with nearby clouds of gas and dust at several hundred kilometres per second, creating bright patches of nebulosity.
Star-Forming Region S106
This emission nebula is a star-forming region estimated to be 2,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus. In the centre of this nebula is a young, massive, hot star formed only 100,000 years ago and approximately 15 times the mass of our Sun. Two jets of matter streaming from its poles heat surrounding matter to a temperature of around 10,000°C (18,000°F). The star-forming region has also created hundreds of low-mass brown dwarf stars and protostars.
Heart Nebula (NGC 896, IC 1805)
The Heart Nebula is immense, spanning
260 light-years across and occupyıng an
area of sky 16 times that of the Full Moon in the constellation Cassiopeia. Bearing
a striking resemblance to a cross-section
of a human heart, it consists of ionized
hydrogen and free electrons. The small
star cluster near its centre is driving this
ionization, giving the intense red colour.
These stars, some of which are 50 times the
mass of our Sun, were formed only about
1.5 million years ago. The energetic light
and stellar winds of these young stars are
eroding away the picturesque dust pillars
within the nebula.
Honourable mentions:
Pacman Nebula (NGC 281, IC 11)
Favourite star clusters:
Pleiades
The Pleiades are an open star cluster dominated by hot, blue stars formed within the last 100 million years. It is the most obvious cluster in the night sky, with its six brightest stars easily visible to the unaided eye. A telescope reveals over 1,000 stars in total, many of which are brown dwarfs. The cluster is 444 light years trom Earth in the constellation Taurus.
Death of a star:
Following a supernova, what remains of the star collapses into an extremely dense object. Gravity compresses electrons and protons so tightly together that they become neutrons. A matchbox of material from sucha neutron star would weigh around three billion tonnes.
Favourite dying stars:
Butterfly Nebula
(NGC 6302)
The Butterfly (or Bug) Nebula in the constellation
Scorpius has one of the most complex structures ever observed in planetary nebulae. At its heart is a white dwarf with a mass two-thirds that of our Sun, compressed to the size of a small planet. With a surface temperature of more than 250,000°C (450,000°F), it is amongst the hottest stars known. This implies that the original star must have been very large and most of its material has been expelled into space, mostly along the axis of its north and south poles to create a bipolar nebula.
Favourite galaxies:
Fireworks Galaxy (NGC 6946)
The name Fireworks Galaxy refers to the fact that no fewer than 10 supernovae have been observed in NGC 6946 during the course of a century (compared to none in the Milky Way, which is twice the size). One of them flared to become a million times as bright as the Sun.
I extend my thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC of this book.
Deep Space by Robert Harvey is nothing less than an immersive experience in the depths of space. For a layman in the topic like myself, the explanation and detail is communicated in such a manner that captivated and enthralled me. Upon the final page, one is left with only one resounding thought: how truly small and fortunate are we in this inconceivably large universe of ours?
Below are some extracts (along with some of my favourite nebulae, galaxies, constellations and stars).
There are thousands of times more stars in the observable Universe. There are thousands of times more than there are grains of sand on every beach and desert on Earth. Many of those stars have planets of their own. Travelling at the speed of light from Earth, it takes just over a second to reach the Moon and a little more than eight minutes to arrive at the Sun, our nearest star. Getting to the second closest star, Proxima Centauri, takes more than four years.
One light-year is the distance light travels in a year, which is 9.46 trillion km/5.87 trillion miles (a trillion is or million million). So we say that the brightest star in our night sky, Sirius, is 8.6 light-years away. That means that when we look at Sirius, we see it as it was 8.6 years ago. Another well-known star is Betelgeuse, estimated to be 642 light-years away. Betelgeuse is expected to explode as a supernova sometime in the next 100,000 years and, when that happens, we will observe it 642 years after the explosion occurs.
Favourite nebulae:
Herbig-Haro Jet HH 24
Looking like a celestial light-saber, a new born star shoots twin jets into space, as if to announce its birth. Surrounded by a rotating disk of gas and dust, the star's axis of rotation provides the escape route for superheated material. These narrow jets of partially ionized gas collide with nearby clouds of gas and dust at several hundred kilometres per second, creating bright patches of nebulosity.
Star-Forming Region S106
This emission nebula is a star-forming region estimated to be 2,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus. In the centre of this nebula is a young, massive, hot star formed only 100,000 years ago and approximately 15 times the mass of our Sun. Two jets of matter streaming from its poles heat surrounding matter to a temperature of around 10,000°C (18,000°F). The star-forming region has also created hundreds of low-mass brown dwarf stars and protostars.
Heart Nebula (NGC 896, IC 1805)
The Heart Nebula is immense, spanning
260 light-years across and occupyıng an
area of sky 16 times that of the Full Moon in the constellation Cassiopeia. Bearing
a striking resemblance to a cross-section
of a human heart, it consists of ionized
hydrogen and free electrons. The small
star cluster near its centre is driving this
ionization, giving the intense red colour.
These stars, some of which are 50 times the
mass of our Sun, were formed only about
1.5 million years ago. The energetic light
and stellar winds of these young stars are
eroding away the picturesque dust pillars
within the nebula.
Honourable mentions:
Pacman Nebula (NGC 281, IC 11)
Favourite star clusters:
Pleiades
The Pleiades are an open star cluster dominated by hot, blue stars formed within the last 100 million years. It is the most obvious cluster in the night sky, with its six brightest stars easily visible to the unaided eye. A telescope reveals over 1,000 stars in total, many of which are brown dwarfs. The cluster is 444 light years trom Earth in the constellation Taurus.
Death of a star:
Following a supernova, what remains of the star collapses into an extremely dense object. Gravity compresses electrons and protons so tightly together that they become neutrons. A matchbox of material from sucha neutron star would weigh around three billion tonnes.
Favourite dying stars:
Butterfly Nebula
(NGC 6302)
The Butterfly (or Bug) Nebula in the constellation
Scorpius has one of the most complex structures ever observed in planetary nebulae. At its heart is a white dwarf with a mass two-thirds that of our Sun, compressed to the size of a small planet. With a surface temperature of more than 250,000°C (450,000°F), it is amongst the hottest stars known. This implies that the original star must have been very large and most of its material has been expelled into space, mostly along the axis of its north and south poles to create a bipolar nebula.
Favourite galaxies:
Fireworks Galaxy (NGC 6946)
The name Fireworks Galaxy refers to the fact that no fewer than 10 supernovae have been observed in NGC 6946 during the course of a century (compared to none in the Milky Way, which is twice the size). One of them flared to become a million times as bright as the Sun.
I extend my thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC of this book.
September 28, 2020
I have read many books on astronomy during last two years. It is a wonderful experience to see what lies beyond our imagination.
This book goes beyond our solar system and beyond interstellar space.
It has wonderful images created by Hubble and other telescopes that show happenings and celestial objects in distal universe.
It was fascinating read. Pictures are accompanied with informative and small captions.
It is full of information. I liked descriptions of red giants and remnants of supernovae.
It is pretty hard to imagine distances at which we can make accurate predictions of temperatures and sizes of stars and galaxies.
It is certainly must read book that every science and astronomy lover needs to read. It takes you beyond local universe into the unknown bizzare world of lights and clouds and heat.
This book goes beyond our solar system and beyond interstellar space.
It has wonderful images created by Hubble and other telescopes that show happenings and celestial objects in distal universe.
It was fascinating read. Pictures are accompanied with informative and small captions.
It is full of information. I liked descriptions of red giants and remnants of supernovae.
It is pretty hard to imagine distances at which we can make accurate predictions of temperatures and sizes of stars and galaxies.
It is certainly must read book that every science and astronomy lover needs to read. It takes you beyond local universe into the unknown bizzare world of lights and clouds and heat.
December 20, 2020
Deep Space is set up to include photos to galaxies, nebulae, supernova clusters, black holes, and quasars. Each photo has a caption explaining the important information from the photograph. The photography is stunning. I cannot wait to pick up the physical copy to have the full size photos instead of reading it on my phone. My oldest has been obsessed with space since she was in elementary school. This book would make an excellent gift. The different sections lump together similar photos. It doesn't feel repetitive each one is different than the last. The captions are easy to understand and gives a lot of information.
October 30, 2020
Deep Space: The Furthest Reaches of Our Universe by Robert Harvey is a beautiful and informative book that will please any skywatcher.
In reading through this book I was, of course, enthralled by the photographs. Frankly, they are the main reason I was interested in the book. That isn't an unusual reason for interest in a coffee table book. As I was reading through the book, however, I was surprised at just how much information was given. Not just about the formations in each image but about how we find things, how they are formed, what they have historically represented in different cultures. That is a real positive for a book like this.
I don't want to make it sound like there was a lot of minute detail, there wasn't. But there is a great combination of detail and big picture to keep even the most casual sky watcher engaged. I didn't need to pull out old astronomy books or brush up on my calculus to follow along, but it was also more than just "oohh, pretty picture."
While I think it serves very well as a coffee table book in the usual sense, I also think it could serve to get school age children, even up through high school, more open to learning science in general and astronomy in particular. I grew up during the race to the moon, so my generation tended to have an interest in space. My first astronomy class was in 11th grade, a few in college, and several wonderful MOOCs, so I am not a novice but I am far from an expert or even an advanced amateur. And this volume has enticed me into revisiting my old books and MOOCs.
Reviewed from a copy made available by the publisher via NetGalley.
In reading through this book I was, of course, enthralled by the photographs. Frankly, they are the main reason I was interested in the book. That isn't an unusual reason for interest in a coffee table book. As I was reading through the book, however, I was surprised at just how much information was given. Not just about the formations in each image but about how we find things, how they are formed, what they have historically represented in different cultures. That is a real positive for a book like this.
I don't want to make it sound like there was a lot of minute detail, there wasn't. But there is a great combination of detail and big picture to keep even the most casual sky watcher engaged. I didn't need to pull out old astronomy books or brush up on my calculus to follow along, but it was also more than just "oohh, pretty picture."
While I think it serves very well as a coffee table book in the usual sense, I also think it could serve to get school age children, even up through high school, more open to learning science in general and astronomy in particular. I grew up during the race to the moon, so my generation tended to have an interest in space. My first astronomy class was in 11th grade, a few in college, and several wonderful MOOCs, so I am not a novice but I am far from an expert or even an advanced amateur. And this volume has enticed me into revisiting my old books and MOOCs.
Reviewed from a copy made available by the publisher via NetGalley.
November 5, 2020
Once a month we watch the Sky At Night on BBC4 as it explains the night sky to us. So when I saw Deep Space come available on Netgalley I knew I wanted to have a look. Living in a light polluted area this provides a great way to view the night sky.
Deep Space is a collection of 200 photographs of our night sky that have been taken with the world's most powerful telescopes such as Hubble Space Telescope (low earth orbit) and the Very Large Telescope (Chile).
The book is divided into five main chapters:
- Birth of Stars
- Life of Stars
- Death of Stars
- The Milky Way and our local group
- The Distant Universe
The beginning of each chapter is an introduction then each photograph comes with a description along with its name and it designated reference. There is also artist impressions of an exoplanet and a black hole. Sometimes there are a number of photographs of an object to show it changing over a number of months. It also shows more recent discoveries such as Black Holes having a crescent-like appearance.
This is an excellent book that could sit on your coffee table and be browsed from time to time to wonder at the night sky and all it's glory.
I received this book from Netgalley in return for a honest review.
Deep Space is a collection of 200 photographs of our night sky that have been taken with the world's most powerful telescopes such as Hubble Space Telescope (low earth orbit) and the Very Large Telescope (Chile).
The book is divided into five main chapters:
- Birth of Stars
- Life of Stars
- Death of Stars
- The Milky Way and our local group
- The Distant Universe
The beginning of each chapter is an introduction then each photograph comes with a description along with its name and it designated reference. There is also artist impressions of an exoplanet and a black hole. Sometimes there are a number of photographs of an object to show it changing over a number of months. It also shows more recent discoveries such as Black Holes having a crescent-like appearance.
This is an excellent book that could sit on your coffee table and be browsed from time to time to wonder at the night sky and all it's glory.
I received this book from Netgalley in return for a honest review.
January 9, 2024
"Deep Space" by Robert Harvey offers a breathtaking odyssey through the furthest reaches of our universe, providing readers with a visually stunning and informative guide to the mysteries of deep space. This four-star review is a testament to the book's impressive array of photographs and the wealth of knowledge it imparts.
The highlight of "Deep Space" undoubtedly lies in its stunning photographs, capturing the celestial wonders that populate our universe. From galaxies and nebulae to supernovae and black holes, the visual journey is nothing short of spectacular. Harvey's expertly curated collection of 200 color photographs serves as a visual feast for readers, allowing them to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the cosmos.
The accompanying information enhances the overall reading experience, providing accessible insights into the science and magnitude of deep space. Harvey skillfully navigates readers through topics such as the birth of stars, planetary discoveries beyond our solar system, and the life cycles of celestial entities. The book strikes a commendable balance, offering scientific depth while remaining approachable for general readers.
The comprehensive coverage spans from our local neighborhood, including the Magellanic Clouds and the Andromeda Galaxy, to more distant cosmic phenomena like the Sombrero Galaxy and the Pillars of Creation. Each photograph is accompanied by expert captions that illuminate the intricacies of the featured celestial objects.
While the visual allure and informative content make "Deep Space" a commendable read, a four-star rating reflects a belief that there is always room for improvement. The layout and organization of information could benefit from a more seamless structure to enhance the flow of the narrative.
"Deep Space" is a four-star journey into the cosmos, marrying stunning visuals with accessible scientific knowledge. Robert Harvey's expertly crafted guide transcends the boundaries of our Solar System, inviting readers to marvel at the wonders of deep space. This book is a captivating blend of art, science, and the sheer magnificence of the universe.
The highlight of "Deep Space" undoubtedly lies in its stunning photographs, capturing the celestial wonders that populate our universe. From galaxies and nebulae to supernovae and black holes, the visual journey is nothing short of spectacular. Harvey's expertly curated collection of 200 color photographs serves as a visual feast for readers, allowing them to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of the cosmos.
The accompanying information enhances the overall reading experience, providing accessible insights into the science and magnitude of deep space. Harvey skillfully navigates readers through topics such as the birth of stars, planetary discoveries beyond our solar system, and the life cycles of celestial entities. The book strikes a commendable balance, offering scientific depth while remaining approachable for general readers.
The comprehensive coverage spans from our local neighborhood, including the Magellanic Clouds and the Andromeda Galaxy, to more distant cosmic phenomena like the Sombrero Galaxy and the Pillars of Creation. Each photograph is accompanied by expert captions that illuminate the intricacies of the featured celestial objects.
While the visual allure and informative content make "Deep Space" a commendable read, a four-star rating reflects a belief that there is always room for improvement. The layout and organization of information could benefit from a more seamless structure to enhance the flow of the narrative.
"Deep Space" is a four-star journey into the cosmos, marrying stunning visuals with accessible scientific knowledge. Robert Harvey's expertly crafted guide transcends the boundaries of our Solar System, inviting readers to marvel at the wonders of deep space. This book is a captivating blend of art, science, and the sheer magnificence of the universe.
December 5, 2020
Although there are many opinions about how our universe formed, and I often question the authenticity of what we think we know about the majesty of our space (and we are constantly learning and discovering!), this book was amazing. A beautiful, informative book on such a breathtaking subject. So, so many photos, beautiful, beautiful awe-inspiring photos that took my breath away. The author explains each and every detail of the photo, for example the surface temperate of specific stars and how many light years away it is. Information about stars nebulae, and galaxies, with a great index to help guide the reader if they want to learn something specific. There is a lot of detail in this book, and it is definitely one to savor. This would make a great gift for anyone interested in our universe, and I highly recommend this book for your keeper shelf.
September 18, 2020
Breathtaking, otherworldly beauty! So many hours of my youth were spent pouring over space books, studying pictures, relishing in the complexity of space and dreaming of the day I could actually go myself as an astronaut. Sadly, this never came to pass, but with this book in my hands, that loss may have been lessened. These images are so profoundly vivid and beautiful, it took me hours to read through this book because I would sit and stare and ponder over so many of the pictures. The provided descriptions were very helpful and just served to remind me how vast, beautiful and complex space truly is. Highly recommended for all lovers of space!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own and freely given.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher, via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own and freely given.
September 13, 2020
**I received and voluntarily read an e-ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.**
The photos found in this book are absolutely breathtaking and make you feel tinier than a speck in a huge universe. Deep space photography is one of if not the most difficult kind of photography there is.
The text might be a little dense for many people who came to look at pretty pictures, but I imagine that anyone other than science/space lovers picked this book more for the photos than the text.
Overall, this would make a beautiful coffee table book, or a great gift for astronomy lovers.
The photos found in this book are absolutely breathtaking and make you feel tinier than a speck in a huge universe. Deep space photography is one of if not the most difficult kind of photography there is.
The text might be a little dense for many people who came to look at pretty pictures, but I imagine that anyone other than science/space lovers picked this book more for the photos than the text.
Overall, this would make a beautiful coffee table book, or a great gift for astronomy lovers.
September 30, 2020
It's not often I favour space-related books that are not Star Trek, be that The Next Generation, Deep Space 9 Voyager or books based on the newer series so I was happy to request this book while browsing NetGalley.
Covering the life and death of stars as well as a section on our star system, this is a great book to dip in and out of and I feel people of all ages could learn something from it,
There are plenty of eye-catching images throughout. A very enjoyable book for space lovers everywhere.
Thanks to Robert Harvey and publisher for my ARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
5 stars
Covering the life and death of stars as well as a section on our star system, this is a great book to dip in and out of and I feel people of all ages could learn something from it,
There are plenty of eye-catching images throughout. A very enjoyable book for space lovers everywhere.
Thanks to Robert Harvey and publisher for my ARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.
5 stars
October 2, 2020
This book makes me want to buy several copies and redecorate a room in my house! The photos are spectacular and I feel like I've learned a lot from this book with the snippets of information that accompany each photo. I have a deep longing to stare into a clear night sky and remember what I've seen in "Deep Space". An absolutely wonderful exploration of what's "out there".
My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advance copy to review. This review is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
My thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advance copy to review. This review is entirely my own, unbiased, opinion.
September 18, 2020
I must admit going in that I am a lover of astrophotography and had high hopes for this new children's nonfiction book. Harvey did not disappoint. The images included in this book are spectacular and are sure to enthrall any young skywatcher.
Thank you NetGalley and Amber Books for the opportunity to read an advance reading copy.
Thank you NetGalley and Amber Books for the opportunity to read an advance reading copy.
February 18, 2021
I came for the beautiful pictures and I was absolutely not disappointed. Breath-takingly stunning.
I can only imagine how much more stunning this will be in print form. With a gorgeous hardcover and those beautiful, glossy pages - that make that little squeak when you turn the page. Yes!
E-copy received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I can only imagine how much more stunning this will be in print form. With a gorgeous hardcover and those beautiful, glossy pages - that make that little squeak when you turn the page. Yes!
E-copy received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
September 12, 2020
My family is very much into astronomy and this book did not disappoint. The pictures are amazingly detailed, and the tidbits of information are very interesting as well. This would make the perfect gift for anyone into astronomy or photography in general.
October 19, 2020
Read this review and more on my blog.
I received a free copy of Deep Space from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.
When you look towards the night sky, you see countless stars and even galaxies. In Deep Space, we get to see what these shining dots of light in the night sky actually look like.
Deep Space is split up into 5 different sections. Birth of Stars, Life of Stars, Death of Stars, The Milky-way and our Local Group, and The Distant Universe. Each section is curated so that both known and unknown space objects are included.
I would happily have any of the photos featured in Deep Space printed and hung up on my wall, preferably as large as possible.
I received a free copy of Deep Space from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.
When you look towards the night sky, you see countless stars and even galaxies. In Deep Space, we get to see what these shining dots of light in the night sky actually look like.
Deep Space is split up into 5 different sections. Birth of Stars, Life of Stars, Death of Stars, The Milky-way and our Local Group, and The Distant Universe. Each section is curated so that both known and unknown space objects are included.
I would happily have any of the photos featured in Deep Space printed and hung up on my wall, preferably as large as possible.
October 11, 2020
The photographs in this book were absolutely stunning. I really enjoyed this book. It’s amazing to see just a small glimpse of what is out in space and opens your mind to what could be. Great book.
November 2, 2020
Gorgeous pictures and interesting text. It's a fascinating and informative book that I loved.
It's highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It's highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
October 11, 2020
What a visually stunning book! The photos are all large full page spreads in brilliant color and clarity. Definitely a coffee table book to spark conversation. The written portion is minimal but accurate and explains what the beautiful illustrations are showing us. I have several books on the subject of stars, planets, and the universe and this is the perfect addition to my library.
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