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Author
Series
Grand tour of the solar system volume 18
Pub. Date
[2011]
Description
To prove that the massive symbionts, named Leviathans, that inhabit Jupiter's atmosphere possess intelligence, physicist Grant Archer readies a deep-pressure manned probe for immersion in the giant planet's deadly cloud cover. Equally anxious to thwart his attempt, millionaire Katherine Westfall seeks to outmaneuver Archer in her bid for the top spot in the International Astronautical Authority (IAA) by any means possible--including murder.
3) Jupiter
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Our solar system's largest planet is also one of many mysteries, including its Great Red Spot, an enormous, perpetual storm. Stunning illustrations help to introduce young readers to this fascinating planet. Supplemented with a websites and a list of books for further reading.
Author
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"A child astronaut takes an imaginary trip to Jupiter, learns about the harsh conditions on the biggest planet, and decides that Earth is a good home after all. Includes solar system diagram, Jupiter vs. Earth fact chart, and glossary"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
"When sociologist Nalini Jackson joins the SS Delany for the first manned mission to Jupiter, all she wants is a career opportunity: the chance to conduct the first field study of group dynamics on long-haul cryoships. But what she discovers instead is an entire city encased in a bubble on Europa, Jupiter’s largest moon. Even more unexpected, Nalini and the rest of the crew soon find themselves abducted and joining its captive population, forced...