Exploring the Planets

Taylor tells it like it is. He also presents clear explanations of planetary discoveries that made his hard work worthwhile and the implications of these discoveries for global warming on Earth. This work is highly recommended for students contemplating science or engineering careers in space exploration and for space policy analysts and historians. * CHOICE *
...a blend of the authors personal life and an insight into some of the most exciting space missions from the past five decades. * Kevin McNulty, Popular Astronomy *
Taylor is a great storyteller and a skilful writer * Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night *
captivating behind-the-scenes look at space astronomy * Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night *
a rich and illuminating book ... a must-read for everyone interested in planetary science or considering a career in space exploration * Govert Schilling, BBC Sky at Night *
entertaining * David Edwards, Geoscientist *
splendidly vivid memoir * Nicholas Booth, Astronomy Now *
a wonderfully warm and witty memoir ... Fred is a wise, skilled narrator * Nicholas Booth, Astronomy Now *
A welcome addition to any library * Nicholas Booth, Astronomy Now *
There's certainly plenty here for the (unmanned) space exploration fan to get his or her teeth into. * Brian Clegg, Popular Science *
Taylor has the happy knack of making the most complex scientific information both interesting and accessible * Steve Craggs, Northern Echo *