The cover has minimal to no shelf wear and the binding is tight. The 24-inch poster is still attached in the back of the book. The pages are clean pages, no underlining, writing, coloring, or missing pages. Synopsis | The universe is an amazing declaration of the glory and power of God! Beautiful and breathtaking in its scale, the vast expanse of the universe is one that we struggle to study, understand, or even comprehend in terms of its purpose and size. Now take an incredible look at the mysteries and marvels of space in The New Astronomy Book! Discover the best ways to observe the heavens, along with up-to-date astronomical data and concepts Learn about the dynamics of planets, stars, galaxies, and models for the cosmology of the universe What we know and are still trying to discover about planets, moons, and comets within our own solar system. Includes a 24-inch, full-color, pull-out poster! b-243