Planets (Tell Me Why #82)(gnv64)

Planets (Tell Me Why #82)
Manorama | July 2013 | PDF | 96 pages | 15.9 mb
scanned to PDF by me.

The mysteries of the sky, the cycles of the Sun, Moon and the stars have evoked immense feelings of wonder and awe in Man's mind from prehistoric times, giving birth to countless myths and beliefs. Today, astronomy has become an important branch of science. The word astronomy comes from a combination of two Greek words, 'astron,' meaning star, and 'nemein,' meaning to name.
The first step towards understanding the Universe is to know about the solar system, the family to which we all belong. It comprises of the Sun and the eight planets that go around it.
This issue of 'Tell Me Why' takes you on a journey into outer space, so that you can learn more about the fascinating planets in our solar system.
'Tell Me Why' is a colourful monthly Indian knowledge magazine published by Manorama publications. Each issue of 96 pages deals with a single topic. The magazine is basically meant for school children but can be enjoyed by adults too. I have scanned & uploaded many of the issues earlier.