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Kingdom of the Sun: A Book of the Planets
By Jacqueline Mitton and Christina Balit (illustrator)
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher Gardners Books
Publication date February 1, 2003
Pages 32
Binding Paperback
Edition New
Book category Easy Fiction
ISBN-13 9780711219472
ISBN-10 0711219478
Dimensions 0.25 by 11.25 by 8.75 in.
Weight 0.30 lbs.
Published in Great Britain
Original list price $11.50
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A child's introduction to the planets in our solar system. Dr Jacqueline Mitton describes each planet, drawing on scientific information. She also discusses the gods that the planets are named after, and examines the relationships between contemporary facts and ancient myths.
Amazon.com description: Product Description: A child's introduction to the planets in our solar system, written by a lecturer on astronomy. Dr Jacqueline Mitton describes each planet, drawing on scientific information. She also discusses the gods that the planets are named after, and examines the relationships between the contemporary facts and the ancient myths. Punctuated by Christina Balit's illustrations, this volume draws on the ancients' fascination with the universe to offer an exploration of the planets.

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Hardcover
Book cover for 9780792272205
 
from Natl Geographic Soc Childrens books (October 1, 2001)
9780792272205 | details & prices | 11.50 × 9.00 × 0.50 in. | Rec. grade levels 2-3 | 0.75 lbs | List price $16.95
About: An introduction to the planets of the solar system describes the unique characteristics of each planet and compares them to the ancient gods and goddesses who are their namesakes.
Paperback
Book cover for 9780711219472
 
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New edition from Gardners Books (February 1, 2003)
9780711219472 | details & prices | 32 pages | 11.25 × 8.75 × 0.25 in. | 0.30 lbs | List price $11.50
About: A child's introduction to the planets in our solar system.

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