Space Discovery

Als Captain Christopher Pike vom Ausbruch der Feindseligkeiten zwischen der Vereinigten Föderation der Planeten und dem Klingonischen Reich hört, versucht er, die U.S.S. Enterprise nach Hause zu bringen und sich dem Kampf anzuschließen. Doch in dem höllischen Pergamon-Nebel findet der unerschütterliche Kommandant einen ganz eigenen epischen Kampf vor, bei dem sich uralte Feinde miteinander messen - und nicht nur die Enterprise wird zur Kriegsbeute, sondern auch ihre Besatzung.

An Bord des Raumschiffs Shenzhou wird Lieutenant Michael Burnham, eine menschliche Frau, die unter Vulkaniern aufgewachsen ist und von ihnen ausgebildet wurde, zum Ersten Offizier befördert. Doch wenn sie den Posten behalten will, muss sie Captain Philippa Georgiou beweisen, dass sie ihn auch verdient. Gelegenheit dafür erhält sie, als die Shenzhou eine Kolonie der Föderation vor einem uralten, fremden Schiff beschützen muss, das aus den tiefsten Tiefen der unerforschten Meere aufgetaucht ist.

A hundred years ago the Veneer Empire was one of the strongest members of the UPA. And then the Unity attacked. In the devastating aftermath, the Veneer Empire withdrew from the UPA and hasn’t been heard from since. Ambassador Caldwell Reynoso is the latest in a long line of dignitaries who spend their days waiting until the Veneer are ready to communicate again. While it is not a lifetime appointment, Ambassador Reynoso will not hold any other position before his untimely death. When an ambassador dies, the political ramifications can be complicated. When an ambassador is murdered, the ...

In this explosive follow up to the Hand of God, the crew of the USS Defiance find themselves on the edge of UPA space, cut off from any assistance, floating helplessly among the stars. Across the ship, systems are failing. Repairs could take days, maybe even weeks, but with limited life support, the crew only has hours. While the ship threatens to come apart around them, Lt. Commander Nax is slowly going mad, haunted by the ghost of his dead lover. Tactical Officer Cayden Keane lies in critical condition, barely clinging to life after suffering at the hands of the Unity. Trapped in what ...

Humans have always been fascinated by the universe, but only a few have been daring enough to travel beyond the Earth. From venturing into space for the first time to building the International Space Station in orbit, the history of space exploration is filled with peril, bravery and strokes of genius. In this beautifully illustrated anthology, spaceflight expert, Libby Jackson, reveals the very best true stories of humankind's thrilling journey to the stars.

Der zweite Teil der epischen Saga zum Netflix-Hit "STAR TREK: DISCOVERY"! Während sie auf die Versetzung zu ihrem nächsten Posten wartet, wird Commander Philippa Georgiou mit der Aufgabe betraut, eine kleine hastig zusammengestellte Gruppe Ersthelfer nach Tarsus IV zu bringen, wo eine schlimme Hungersnot herrscht. Man hofft, so die missliche Lage dort zu stabilisieren, bis weitere Hilfe eintrifft. Doch Georgiou und ihr Team stellen fest, dass sie zu spät kommen: der bösartige Gouverneur Kodos hat bereits einen abscheulichen Plan in die Tat umgesetzt.

Persecution of believers in Christ is already happening. Many of the details of "City on a Hill" are not Science Fiction but current events. One day soon the only refuge for the faithful may be space. Follow the founding of the once-godly Space Empire through its degeneration in "Sojourner," where a desperate couple fights loneliness and equipment malfunction to pioneer piloting a gas-collecting balloon ship to the outer planets. Their "rebellion" against the corrupt government opens the outer reaches of the Solar System to exploration.

Lieutenant Saru ist ein Kelpien. Als Angehöriger einer Beutespezies und geboren auf einem Planeten, der von riesigen Raubtieren überrannt wurde, ist er aufs Engste mit der Angst vertraut. Von allen Seiten gefordert ist er entschlossen, über sich und seine Ursprünge hinauszuwachsen und als Sternenflottenoffizier an Bord der U.S.S. Shenzhou erfolgreich zu sein. Doch als Saru das Protokoll missachtet, um sich vor seinen Mannschaftskameraden zu beweisen, gerät das, was zunächst wie eine lebensnotwendige Rettungsmission für ein in Not geratenes Schiff beginnt, schnell außer Kontrolle.

Embark on a captivating journey into the life and mind of Richard Feynman, the legendary physicist whose groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics transformed our understanding of the universe. Renowned for his brilliance, curiosity, and unconventional approach to science, Feynman's story is a testament to the power of creativity and critical thinking in the pursuit of knowledge. Richard Feynman was an exceptional scientist, and an avid adventurer of the intellect. His insatiable curiosity, unorthodox methods, and ability to communicate complex ideas with...

A militia officer on the hunt for a murderer. A scientist with the key to humanity’s future. A girl locked in a glass tank. One seeking justice. One seeking fame. One seeking answers. With the galaxy on the brink of war, time is not on their side. Join them in their battle for survival.

For nearly two decades, a top-secret NASA space telescope kept watch on the Solar System’s closest neighbor, star system Alpha Centauri, in the hopes of detecting life-sustaining planets. Inexplicably, the satellite’s orbit was beginning to decay, its mission about to come to an abrupt end as it would soon enter Earth’s upper atmosphere and vaporize. There was one man alive who could prevent the accident. Forced by his former boss into a daring rescue mission, ex-NASA scientist Dr. Frank Carver reluctantly joins the crew of re-commissioned space shuttle Discovery, with one simple ...

Peace is shattered. Tragedy and chaos ensues.A year has passed, and the native c'thlooq have begun a savage guerilla war across the swamps and rivers of the entire planet. The colonists of Wetworld are hard-pressed, for the insurgents have somehow acquired advanced human weaponry, and are supported by mysterious allies. Sophie Singh is thrust into a leadership role as enemies from all sides attempt to crush the ruling conglomerate her family has built up over many generations. Meanwhile, Conrad Gorski, an agent from the Vatican, is sent to New Bali to find the missing Moises Borbon, the one...

Marina takes on a new ally in reckless Mike Colby (Space Truckers) and uses her valuable asset, Margot, to keep him in line. Her attitude about war and revenge changes when Mike and Margot are nearly killed while defeating an assassin who is part cyborg—an assassin whom she feared would one day face and be killed. Feeling guilt and loneliness, she changes from a lone avenger to a team leader who would sacrifice anything for her friends. It's time to end this war and salvage what's left of her lonely life.

Of all those who have come to Earth there is none more influential than Jesus Christ. But when was He born? December 25th? There have been prophets who have prophesied of his coming and have told that there would be signs of his coming. But what I am about to tell you will shock you. Don't get me wrong, he did come to Earth, but there was a sign indicating the actual year and time he was born.

Het laatste boek van professor Stephen Hawking. Hoe is alles begonnen? Is er intelligent leven elders in het heelal? Kunnen we de toekomst voorspellen? Bestaat er een God? Wat zit er in een zwart gat? Zijn tijdreizen mogelijk? Zullen we overleven op aarde? Moeten we de ruimte koloniseren? Zal kunstmatige intelligentie slimmer worden dan wij? Hoe geven wij de toekomst vorm? De wereldberoemde wetenschapper en bestsellerauteur Stephen Hawking laat ons zijn laatste ideeën over de grootste vragen van het universum na in dit briljante postuum uitgegeven werk.

Unlock the mysteries of the universe and explore the life and mind of one of history's greatest geniuses with "Einstein: The Man, The Myth, The Legend”. This captivating book takes you on a journey through the remarkable life and groundbreaking discoveries of Albert Einstein, the brilliant physicist who revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and the very nature of reality. Written specifically for curious and ambitious young minds, this book reveals Einstein's early struggles in school, his rebellious nature, and his relentless pursuit of knowledge. You will discover how his ...

In the vast expanse of space, countless worlds and civilizations have risen and fallen, each leaving their mark on the fabric of the cosmos. Yet, amidst the endless cycles of birth, growth, and decay, there are moments when fate conspires to bring together individuals and forces that have the power to change the course of history – and even the destiny of the universe itself. "The Ceres Protocol" tells the story of one such moment, when a small group of scientists from Earth, united by their curiosity and passion for knowledge, make a discovery that will forever alter the course of their ...

MISSION MOON! On August 23, exactly at 12:33 P.M. UTC, India's Chandrayaan-3 mission's robotic lander, named Vikram, touched down on the surface of the moon. It was a moment of jubiliation and celebration across India and around the world. For the first time, humans had landed a spacecraft on the Moon's unexplored South Pole. Behind the success of this mission were the decades of hard work put in by the scientists and engineers of ISRO - the Indian Space Research Organization, in cooperation with other space agencies around the globe. From launching the orbiter, lander, and rover into space...

An all-seeing Moon rock of almost impossible age, called Bok, has been looking down at our blue and green planet for millennia. Geologists - people who study rocks - have a saying: 'rocks remember.' During his time, Bok has witnessed some truly wondrous things. Created in the earth-shattering collision four and a half billion years ago that led to the formation of the Moon, he has seen stars burst into being and meteors streak through the solar system. He has seen his own Moon surface be transformed with craters, and he has watched a fiery planet transform into the haven we know today.

यह कहानी उन महान अटलांटिक सर अर्नेस्ट शैकलटन से प्रेरित है जिन्होंने अपने साहस और सूझबूझ से 27 लोगों को कड़ाके की ध्रुवीय बर्फ में समाहित होने से बचाया, जो अपना जहाज खो चुके थे पर आशा नहीं।