A Black Hole is Not a Hole (Paperback)

"A black hole isn't really a hole . . . is it?"
Get ready to S-T-R-E-T-C-H your mind with this beloved and best-selling science book, now updated with an all-new chapter about the first black-hole image ever!
This acclaimed STEM guide answers the universe's biggest questions:
What are black holes and what actually causes them?
How the heck did scientists discover them in the first place?
Where are they? Meet our nearest black-hole neighbors and explore how astronomers track them down.
Acclaimed writer Carolyn DeCristofano uses playful text and humorous doodles to provide an excellent introduction to an extremely complex scientific topic. Gorgeous space paintings by Michael Carroll supplement real telescopic images from NASA, making the content light, fun, and easy to understand for readers of all ages.