Provided are two tables which contain the latest orbital and physical characteristics of the planets and their main satellites. These tables are part of a series of information materials available from the Astronomical Society of the Pacific, 1290 24th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122. (JN)

Describes Neptune through Voyager 2 including the discovery, location, atmosphere, ring arcs, radiation, two satellites, and Voyager's goals. Provides several diagrams and pictures. (YP)

Reviews recent findings related to Miranda, the icy satellite of Uranus. Includes Voyager photographs, computer-generated mosaics, and maps as well as interpretations of the illustrations. (ML)

Discusses the Pioneer satellites' explorations of Jupiter and Saturn. Includes discussions of engineering, the messenger program, and future projects. Provides pictures, diagrams, and a description of the Pioneer "message" plaques. (YP)

Discusses various aspects of the moon including surface views and features, human exploration history, crater formation, and age issues. Provides pictures and diagrams. (YP)

Provides the results of an annual review of nontechnical astronomy books written for readers without extensive background in science or mathematics. Includes reviews of books on topics including amateur astronomy, comets, computers, cosmology, galaxies, pseudoscience, the solar system, space exploration, stellar evolution, telescopes and…

Discusses the history and origins of the moon including analysis of highland and basin samples, volcanic activities, the surface soil, and origin issues. Provides pictures and diagrams. (YP)