Unlock the cosmos with the Space Science & Exploration Collection

Are we living in a golden age of space exploration? New technologies, coupled with thriving competition between countries and billionaires for reaching milestones in space, are spurring imagination and driving interest and investment here on Earth. In fact, the space economy is projected to reach a whopping $1.8 trillion by 2035, boosting sectors such as communications, positioning, navigation and Earth observation services.

For academic libraries, it all means a call for content in a vast and complex field. What ebooks will best support research, teaching and learning?

ProQuest, part of Clarivate, is helping libraries answer that question with Space Science & Exploration, a meticulously curated and comprehensive ebook collection that spans the mysteries of black holes to the latest breakthroughs in astrophysics.

A Universe of Knowledge – from the known to the emerging

The Space Science & Exploration title-by-title ebook collection provides access to 500+ librarian-selected titles from notable authors with decades-long reputations along with emerging voices, all from reputable, credible publishers. With convenient digital access, curious minds will be able to access titles like these any time, any place:

Stephen Hawking

• • “A Brief History of Time”: A timeless classic that unravels the fabric of the cosmos, inviting readers to ponder the nature of time, black holes, and the origins of our universe.
  • “Black Holes and Baby Universes And Other Essays”: Dive into the enigma of black holes and explore parallel universes through Hawking’s eloquent prose.

Neil deGrasse Tyson

• • “Welcome to the Universe: An Astrophysical Tour”: A deeper exploration of the universe’s grandeur, where black holes, dark matter, and cosmic expansion come alive.

Carl Sagan

• • “Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Space”: Sagan’s poetic reflection on our fragile planet, seen from the vantage point of a distant spacecraft.

Michio Kaku

• • “Hyperspace: A Scientific Odyssey Through Parallel Universes, Time Warps, and the Tenth Dimension”: Buckle up for a mind-bending ride through theoretical physics, where dimensions intertwine and reality warps.
  • “The Future of Humanity: Terraforming Mars, Interstellar Travel, Immortality, and Our Destiny Beyond Earth”: Kaku envisions our cosmic future, from colonizing Mars to transcending mortality.

Designed with library needs in mind

ProQuest’s flexible licensing models ensure that libraries of all sizes can provide unparalleled access to this cosmic treasure trove. Select title-by-title from the comprehensive and authoritative collection via Rialto, OASIS or LibCentral (posted under the Curated Topics section). With titles identified as notable by Choice, the Book Citation Index and Resources for College Libraries, acquiring a selection is easy.

Join us in fostering curiosity, expanding knowledge and unlocking the cosmos. Request a complimentary title list and learn more about the Space Science & Exploration Collection.