Eyes in the Sky

In Eyes in the Sky, science writer Andrew May delves into the remarkable journey of space telescopes, beginning with the launch of the first orbiting telescope over 50 years ago. He explores the advancements of pivotal instruments like the Hubble Space Telescope and the James Webb Space Telescope, highlighting their roles in expanding our understanding of the universe. May examines why these orbiting observatories outperform ground-based telescopes, revealing how they have transformed our knowledge of distant celestial objects and their composition.