Dr. David H. Grinspoon was a member of the planetary science team for the Magellan mission to Venus and is an assistant professor at the University of Colorado.  In "Venus Revealed", Dr. Grinspoon gives the reader a comprehensive look at the history of our exploration of the planet Venus.  Beginning with the role of Venus in the mythology of ancient cultures, through the Copernican revolution and right up to today, Dr. Grinspoon weaves a humorous, insightful and ever-changing picture of Earth's sister planet.  This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the exploration of our solar system!

• Venus Revealed