From wool and gold to minerals and manufacturing, Trading Nation reviews the history of Australia's trade and trade policy since Federation. The book tackles a number of key questions which are central to the nation's future. What is the future of our trade in minerals, agriculture, manufacturing and services? How can trade policy help address our faltering productivity? Is the Doha Round of multilateral trade negotiations dead and, if not, what can be done to conclude it? What ca...

Now with an Historical Afterword by Ron MillerIncludes the original illustrationsFeatured in Ron Miller’s “The Conquest of Space Book Series.” This 1911 novel by Mark Wicks describes a journey to the moon and Mars in the anti-gravity spaceship Areonal. Heavily influenced by the work of Percival Lowell, the book is an accurate mirror of the popular interest in Mars at the time it was written. Contains the original illustrations, many of which were drawn by the...

After the huge national and international success of ‘Longitude’ and ‘Gallileo’s Daughter’, Dava Sobel tells the human story of the nine planets of our solar system.This groundbreaking work traces the ‘lives’ of each member of our solar family, from myth and history, astrology and science fiction, to the latest data from the modern era's robotic space probes.Whether revealing what hides behind Venus's cocoon of acid clouds, describing Neptune's complex beauty, or capturing ...

An inquiry into the limits of the possible.Our problems on Jupiter, Mercury, Venus - conquering Time - transport in the future - overcoming gravity - communications across space - benevolent electronic brains.The range of this enthralling book is immense: from the re-making of the human mind to the vast reaches of the universe. Newly revised, even the remarkable events of the last decade have affected few of the exciting speculations by Arthur C. Clarke - a scientist whose ...

Now with an Historical Afterword by Ron MillerFeatured in Ron Miller’s “The Conquest of Space Book Series.” Pioneers of Space (1949) was later reincarnated almost word-for-word as the "non-fiction" Inside the Space Ships, one of the books largely responsible for the UFO craze of the 1950s and 60s. Ghost-written by Adamski acolyte Lucy McGinnis, this novel contains some of the most inept scientific ideas imaginable. In the early 1950s, "Professor" George Adamski laid th...

A spectacular book - it is based on Lowell's extensive study of Mars. It contains several of his interesting discoveries and theories including the one about intelligent life on Mars. A must-read, especially for readers fascinated by astronomy.

Newly translatedUnexpurgated text includes both From the Earth to the Moon and Around the MoonIncludes original footnotes by Verne and the original illustrationsFeatures special annotations and appendicesNow with an Historical Afterword by Ron MillerFeatured in Ron Miller’s “The Conquest of Space Book Series.” Undoubtedly the most important, influential space novel ever written. This newly translated edition includes the full, un...

In "Astronomy with an Opera-glass," Garrett Putman Serviss invites readers into a realm where science and aesthetic appreciation converge. This accessible guide intricately blends popular science with poetic imagery, rendering the cosmos attainable for the amateur astronomer. Written during the late 19th century, a period marked by burgeoning interest in both astronomy and technological advancements, Serviss's work employs a narrative style that deftly balances scientific rigor with whimsi...

In "Pleasures of the Telescope," Garrett Putman Serviss masterfully elucidates the wonders of astronomy, merging scientific discourse with engaging literary style. Through a series of captivating essays, Serviss draws readers into the celestial realm, exploring both the technical aspects of telescopic observation and the philosophical implications of our place in the universe. Written during the late 19th century, a period marked by rapid scientific advancement and burgeoning public intere...

The object of this book is to give an account of the science of Astronomy, as it is known at the present day, in a manner acceptable to the general reader. It is too often supposed that it is impossible to acquire any useful knowledge of Astronomy without much laborious study, and without adventuring into quite a new world of thought. The reasoning applied to the study of the celestial orbs is, however, of no different order from that which is employed in the affairs of everyday life. The ...

In "Astronomy for Young Australians," James Bonwick masterfully distills complex astronomical concepts into an engaging and accessible format for younger audiences. The book is characterized by its clear, didactic prose that encourages curiosity while incorporating vivid illustrations and practical examples. Set against the backdrop of the burgeoning interest in science during the late 19th century, Bonwick's work reflects a pedagogical shift towards making scientific knowledge more approa...

Rainbow Valley By L. M. MontgomeryAuthor Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud), 1874-1942Title Rainbow ValleyLanguage English