With the addition of Ceres and Eris to our solar system, every
library, school, and space-gazing, mythology-loving kid needs an
updated look at the planets and the gods they represent. This is
it: a guide to the latest exciting developments in the world of
astronomy from the experts here on planet Earth. This is a
fascinating tour of our solar system's planets, exploring their
features and comparing them to their namesakes -- the gods of
old. The Planet Gods brings together for the first time the
myths and truths of space science. Magical illustrations,
highlighted with metallic ink, make this a fantastic book that
will enthrall children of all ages. Dr. Jacqueline Mitton holds
an M.A. in physics from the University of Oxford and a Ph.D. in
astrophysics from the University of Cambridge. She works as a
Public Relations Officer for the Royal Astronomical Society in
England. She is the author of several books for children
including Zoo in the Sky: A Book of Animal Constellations.
Asteroid 4027 was named Mitton f