Stars, galaxies and the Milky Way - Clive Gifford

Discover the sparkling world of stars, from their beautiful births to their dramatic deaths. Learn about
our very own star, the Sun, as well as best-friend binary star pairs and dense neutron stars. Gaze at gorgeous
galaxies and marvel at the Milky Way. Get answers to questions such as:
* What's inside the Sun?
* Where are the Pillars of Creation?
* Why do stars twinkle?
* How fast does a pulsar spin?
* Which galaxy is a cannibal?

How long would it take to travel across the Milky Way?

Perfect for the new curriculum, this fascinating title is packed full of astounding information and number-based jaw-dropping facts and figures to inspire future astronauts and space scientists.

Clive Gifford is the author of more than 150 children's books including 'Eye Benders', winner of the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize, Royal Society-nominated 'Out of This World' and '30 Seconds Space'.