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| | | |  | | | | Magic books
ESA has created a virtual library of magic books to give an in-depth view of European space programmes. The visitor can leaf through these interactive computer demonstrations made in the form of books. Each book has a commentary and can be opened by a cursor or with a touch screen. High-resolution files can be downloaded by clicking on 'Full Story', then click on the right hand bar to select a language version if available. For PC specifications please download the 'Read Me' file.
| | | | | | | | | | Space: the new frontier
A summary of Europe’s contribution to the International Space Station.
This book includes an overview of the OasISS mission that will launch ESA astronaut Frank De Winne to the ISS in May 2009 for a 6-month stay on board.
Hi-resolution files available in various languages.
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| | | | | | | | | | Reaching for the skies
Thanks to its family of launchers, ESA has had independent access to space for the last 30 years. This has brought many benefits in scientific and technological fields such as greater knowledge of our solar system, better navigation and telecommunication systems, and the ability to monitor our environment.
Hi-resolution files available in various languages.
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| | | | | | | | | | The enigma of life
How did life originate on Earth, was it brought by comets or did it evolve through other processes? By following the story of life on Earth, this magic book explores our solar system and explains the importance of ESA missions.
High-resolution files available in various languages.
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| | | | | | | | | | The secrets of the Universe
Supernovae, black holes, stars, galaxies and other celestial bodies in the cosmos emit light. Powerful, multi-spectral telescopes allow scientists to study this radiation and gain a better understanding of how the Universe began and evolves.
High-resolution files available in various languages.
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| | | | | | | | | | Satellites keeping watch over the Earth
Our constantly changing planet is being monitored from space to help scientists understand global change and resolve environmental issues. Earth observation satellites also supply stunning and often surprising views of our Earth from an altitude of 800 km.
Hi-resolution files available in various languages.
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Last update: 10 July 2009
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