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Reviewed on January 1, 2000
Gr 5-9 In this fascinating, well-researched book, readers are treated to a wealth of detailed and unbiased information about the Red Planet. The author begins with a short summary about the history of humankind's interest in Mars, previewing the content of the entire book. While defining terms such as planet and constellation, he reveals what Mars meant to ancient civilizations and discusses the origin of the planet's name, important figures in the development of astronomy, and how...Log In or Sign Up to Read More