At a time when public fascination with the planets of our solar system and the wider universe has never been greater, comes this definitive guide from expert authors John and Mary Gribbin. From Here to Infinity sets the gold standard for all other astronomy books, not only in the clarity of its prose but also in its richly illustrated presentation. This exciting new book provides an unparalleled understanding of all aspects of astronomy and offers a new appreciation of our place in the cosmos. From straightforward facts such as`How far away are stars?' and `What did Galileo see through his telescope?', to broader questions such as `Is there an edge to the Universe?' and `How did the Universe begin?', this book will appeal to all levels of interest. Concepts are supported with diagrams and impressive colour photography. This is a highly authoritative and fascinating guide to one of the most exciting areas of scientific research, and is supported by the global reputation of the historic home of astronomy - the Royal Observatory at Greenwich. John Gribbin is a highly acclaimed author of popular science books. His degree in Astro-Physics from Cambridge University has been the foundation for many fascinating and critically acclaimed books, for which he has an impressive reputation for making complicated concepts accessible to a general audience. Mary Gribbin has had a distinguished career as a writer of science books for children, and also regularly contributes to a wide range of national newspapers and magazines.