The Atlas “National Geographic Atlas of Space: Exploring Our Solar System and Beyond” gives a visual representation of all the pertinent scientific knowledge of our place in the stars. If you are interested by the vastness of the cosmos and want a perspective by scientists and astronomers alike about our place scientifically within the universe then this is an excellent read. It is a rational statement of our known knowledge displayed in an artistic and awe-inspiring way with beautiful visuals and factual text for context. This Atlas is a good example of when science and art can overlap by plainly stating the reality of fact.