Australia in Space

Australia in Space

Author: Kerrie A. Dougherty

Publisher: ATF Press

Published: 2017-12-31

Total Pages: 389

ISBN-13: 1925309665

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The exploration of space was seen as the greatest adventure of the Twentieth Century, while in the Twenty First Century space-based services have become an integral part of our daily lives. Although it is not often recognised, Australia has had its part to play in setting the world on the road to the stars and was one of the earliest nations to launch its own satellite. Today, the country is one of the largest users of space-based services. This revised and updated edition of Space Australia tells the story of Australia's involvement with space activities, from the earliest rocketeers to the latest satellite projects. It describes the vision, high hopes and achievements of professional space scientists and engineers, in both the civil and defence spheres, as well as the inspired amateurs and the new-breed of young space entrepreneurs who want to contribute to Australia's space future. The book also highlights the challenges of maintaining an Australian commitment to space activities through changing political and economic circumstances.


Give Me Some Space!

Give Me Some Space!

Author: Philip Bunting

Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks

Published: 2021-05-04

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781338772753

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One girl's mission to find life in space leads to an out-of-this-world adventure perfect for the astronaut-in-training in your life. Una loves imagining a life in space. Life on Earth is just so-so. But how will she get there? Can she complete her mission to discover life in space? Oh! And did she remember to feed her goldfish? From award-winning creator Philip Bunting, Give Me Some Space is a delightful story that expertly merges nonfiction facts with imaginative play. Readers will love blasting off with Una, and learning along the way!


The Use of Signing Space in a Shared Sign Language of Australia

The Use of Signing Space in a Shared Sign Language of Australia

Author: Anastasia Bauer

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2014-09-11

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1614518971

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In this book, an Australian Aboriginal sign language used by Indigenous people in the North East Arnhem Land (Northern Territory) is described on the level of spatial grammar. Topics discussed range from properties of individual signs to structure of interrogative and negative sentences. The main interest is the manifestation of signing space - the articulatory space surrounding the signers - for grammatical purposes in Yolngu Sign Language.


Deadly Science

Deadly Science

Author: Corey Tutt

Publisher: Australian Geographic

Published: 2021-08

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781922388155

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In this book, students investigate the different types of adaptations that animals might have to help them survive and thrive in their particular environment, and then explore a range of key Australian habitats, from deserts to rainforests.


Blast Off!

Blast Off!

Author: Shelly Unwin

Publisher: Random House Australia

Published: 2018-04-30

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 0143785044

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"Are you ready to explore? 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 ... Rocket through the solar system in this funny, fact-filled whirl around the planets. Join two junior astronauts as they discover what makes each planet unique and what might happen if you were to get too close. 'You couldn't land on Mercury - the heat would burn your bum!'Written in rollicking verse and beautifully illustrated, Blast Off is an enticing mix of narrative and information."--Provided by publisher.


Space Encyclopedia

Space Encyclopedia

Author: David A. Aguilar

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 1426309481

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A tour of outer space explores the solar system as well as stars, galaxies, and the birth of planets, and speculates on whether other intelligent beings exist in the universe.


Text, Theory, Space

Text, Theory, Space

Author: Kate Darian-Smith

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2005-08-04

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 1134804547

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Text, Theory, Space is a landmark in post-colonial criticism and theory. Focusing on two white settler societies, South Africa and Australia, the contributors investigate the meaning of 'the South' as an aesthetic, political, geographical and cultural space. Drawing upon a wide range of disciplines which include literature, history, urban and cultural geography, politics and anthropology, the contributors examine crucial issues including: * defining what 'the South' encompasses * investigating ideas of space, history, land and landscape * claiming, naming and possessing land * national and personal boundaries * questions of race, gender and nationalism


Dr Space Junk vs The Universe

Dr Space Junk vs The Universe

Author: Alice Gorman

Publisher: NewSouth

Published: 2019-04-01

Total Pages: 277

ISBN-13: 1742244491

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Going boldly forth as a pioneer in the fledgling field of space archaeology, Dr Alice Gorman (aka Dr Space Junk) turns the common perception of archaeology as an exploration of the ancient on its head. Her captivating inquiry into the most modern and daring of technologies spanning some 60 years — a mere speck in cosmic terms — takes the reader on a journey which captures the relics of space forays and uncovers the cultural value of detritus all too readily dismissed as junk. In this book, she takes a physical journey through the solar system and beyond, and a conceptual journey into human interactions with space. Her tools are artefacts, historical explorations, the occasional cocktail recipe, and the archaeologist’s eye applied not only to the past, but the present and future as well. Erudite and playful, Dr Space Junk reveals that space is not as empty as we might think. And that by looking up and studying space artefacts, we learn an awful lot about our own culture on earth. She makes us realise that objects from the past — the material culture produced by the Space Age and beyond — are so significant to us now because they remind us of what we might want to hold onto into the future. ‘As charming as it is expert, as gripping as it is surprising, Dr Space Junk vs The Universe deftly threads together the cosmic and the personal, the stupendousness of space with the lived experience of human beings down here.’ — Adam Roberts, author of Gradisil


Living in Space

Living in Space

Author: Lucy Bowman

Publisher:

Published: 2019-01-21

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781474921831

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This brilliant reference book reveals how astronauts live in space, featuring fascinating scenes and photos from the International Space Station. Discover how atronatuts keep fit in zero gravity, why they wear a tether on space walks and what types of food are safe to eat in space. An intriguing introduction to living in space with easy-to-read text, beautiful photographs and step-by-step visual explanations. An unintimidating book, its contents is accessible to young children but of interest to all. Includes internet links to websites with video clips that show how astronauts live, eat and sleep on the ISS, and games and activities about living in space. A completely rewritten, updated new edition of 9780746074497.


Time and Space

Time and Space

Author: James Coventry

Publisher:

Published: 2015-07-20

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 9780733333699

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An accomplished book about the genius and ingenuity of the game's greats (and the forgotten) and how they have shaped the game through the innovation of tactics. From Pagan's Paddock to Clarkson's Cluster, from Fitzroy's huddle to Sydney's flood, the tactics of Australian football have become part of the vernacular. In this groundbreaking book, ABC journalist James Coventry reveals the secrets behind them all. You'll meet the German gymnast who taught Geelong how to break the game from its rugby roots; the two Test cricketers who became footy's first great coaches; and the water polo player who shaped the modern AFL. Along the way you'll learn how South Australia pioneered the flick pass; how a rule suggested by Tasmania helped Collingwood win four straight flags; and how Fremantle revolutionised the use of the interchange bench. Time and Space is essential reading for any fan who wants to know why their team does what it does, and why it wins or loses.