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The Moon (Hardcover)
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The Moon (Hardcover)
Series: Kosmos
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Our nearest celestial neighbour, the Moon, has always been the most
conspicuous feature in our night sky. It has compelled observers
since the dawn of humankind, and all have tried to make sense in
their own ways of the puzzles it poses and the questions it raises.
It provided our ancient ancestors with one of the earliest means of
keeping and measuring time, and many early religions had cults that
worshipped the Moon. It regulates the tides and has been held
accountable for numerous human conditions, most notably madness and
psychological disorders. Drawing on many years of practical
observation, Bill Leatherbarrow provides an illuminating insight
into the history and evolution of this enthralling astronomical
body. He describes how and why the study of the Moon has evolved,
particularly in the age of the telescope, and offers an overview of
developments in lunar science since the advent of the space age.
Leatherbarrow also provides practical advice on how to make your
own observations of the Moon. Extensively illustrated with images
of the lunar surface, The Moon is an accessible introduction that
will appeal to both amateur and professional astronomers and all
those fascinated by Earth's natural satellite.
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