Universe: Solar System, Stars, and Galaxies

Universe: Solar System, Stars, and Galaxies, 8th Edition, is an introductory astronomy textbook published by Cengage Learning. The volume introduces students to cosmic principles while examining how scientists conduct astronomical inquiry.

Coverage begins with the sky and the solar system before advancing outward to stars and galaxies. Two central questions, "What are we?" and "How Do We Know?", frame this progression to help students understand their place in the universe and how scientists work.

Designed for introductory astronomy courses, the 2014 edition includes digital resources such as Virtual Astronomy Labs 2.0, which provides hands-on laboratory experience covering twenty key concepts.