The Planets

Employing state-of-the-art computer graphics, unseen space race archive material and first-hand testimony from scientists around the world, The Planets is the most comprehensive and spectacular account of space exploration and discovery ever made.




Come on an epic journey of discovery with this, the definative guide to our own solar system!

PART ONE - DIFFERENT WORLDS
A look at space travel and the latest planetary explorations.

PART TWO - TERRA FIRMA
The story of the pioneering missions to our neighbouring worlds.

PART THREE - GIANTS
Uncovers the secrets surrounding the massive planets in our Solar System.

PART FOUR - MOON
The answer to one of the greatest mysteries of our Solar System - why does Earth have a moon?

PART FIVE - STAR
The latest scientific advances bring us a new perspective on the Sun.

PART SIX - ATMOSPHERE
A fantastic voyage through the skies of the Solar System.

PART SEVEN - LIFE
A look at the very latest robotic explorations of other planets.

PART EIGHT - DESTINY
How are the planets going to evolve over the next four billion years?

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