Written only shortly before his death, 'Eureka' is considered by many to be Poe's masterpiece and the key to unlocking his entire writings. Its significance, in both literary and scientific worlds, cannot be underestimated.

The essential reference source for all astronomers and planetary scientists interested in our closest neighbour, Venus.

Presents an introduction to the history of universe. This book features pictures of the Universe obtained by instruments such as the Hubble Space Telescope.

Tells the story of the early scientific expeditions to observe transits. This title explains how to observe transits of all sorts - even transits of aircraft as they fly between the observer and the Sun.

A remarkable account of the life of Dame Kathleen Ollerenshaw, former Lord Mayor, Freeman of the City of Manchester, and President of the Insitute of Mathematics.