The Essential Cosmic Perspective, Seventh Edition gives non-science majors a streamlined, cutting edge introduction to astronomy built on a strong tradition of effective pedagogy and coverage. Focus on skill building includes new group work exercises that require active participation, helping you to retain concepts longer and build communication skills. .

Note: This is the standalone Books A La Carte edition, if you want the Books A La Carte edition and Access Card order the ISBN below:

 0133879216 / 9780133879216 Essential Cosmic Perspective, The, Books a la Carte Edition & Modified MasteringAstronomy with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for The Essential Cosmic Perspective Package 7/e

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0321928393 / 9780321928399 Essential Cosmic Perspective, The, Books a la Carte Edition

0321928512 / 9780321928511 Modified MasteringAstronomy with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for The Essential Cosmic Perspective 

NOTE:  This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole-punched, loose-leaf version. Books a la Carte also offer a great value for your students—this format costs 35% less than a new textbook.

If ordering the package,  check with your instructor or review your course syllabus to ensure that you select the correct ISBN. Several versions of Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products exist for each title, including customized versions for individual schools, and registrations are not transferable. In addition, you may need a CourseID, provided by your instructor, to register for and use Pearson's MyLab & Mastering products. MasteringAstronomy^® works with the text to create a learning program that enables you to learn interactively both in and out of the classroom