Orbit: NASA Astronauts Photograph the Earth

Orbit: NASA Astronauts Photograph the Earth is a National Geographic volume (223 pp.) that looks at our planet the way only astronauts can: from above, with scale, pattern, and fragility revealed in a single frame. Spanning the first decades of orbital spaceflight, it gathers more than 170 full-colour photographs taken from space—images chosen not only for beauty, but for what they teach about Earth.

The book highlights major natural forces and systems: coastlines and river deltas, deserts and mountain ranges, ice and oceans, forests and ecosystems. Seeing these structures from orbit makes geology and climate feel immediate, while also showing how interconnected the planet truly is. Alongside this, the photographs capture the visible footprint of human activity—cities, infrastructure, and environmental impact—inviting readers to reflect on change, pollution, and stewardship.

Because it blends visual spectacle with scientific curiosity, Orbit appeals to a wide range of readers: geography and nature lovers, photographers, students, and anyone fascinated by space exploration. It works beautifully as a coffee‑table book, but it’s also educational: each image becomes a prompt to understand processes that normally unfold beyond our everyday perspective.

If you love photography, science, or the idea of seeing Earth with fresh eyes, this is an inspiring, high-quality book you’ll keep returning to.

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