Map of the Moon (Hardcover, Facsimile edition)

This rarely-seen map of the Moon originates from a 300-inch hand-drawn map produced by the engineer and amateur astronomer Hugh Percival Wilkins (1896-1960). Combining artistry with scientific precision, Wilkins's detailed map reveals the rugged terrain of our celestial neighbour. First published in 1946 as a 100-inch reproduction, Wilkins continued to revise and expand his observations and produced this third edition in 1951. Comprised of 25 sheets, it was subsequently used by amateur and professional astronomers, and was even purchased by NASA. Acquired by the Museum in 2006, Wilkins's Map of the Moon is reproduced faithfully in this volume over 90 pages, making this beautiful record of astronomical history available for all.

General

Imprint:	Royal Observatory Greenwich
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2019
Authors:	Hugh Percy Wilkins • Megan Barford
Dimensions:	220 x 220 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	120
Edition:	Facsimile edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-906367-60-2
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Popular astronomy Books > Science & Mathematics > Astronomy, space & time > Space travel & exploration Books > Professional & Technical > Other technologies > Space science > General
LSN:	1-906367-60-4
Barcode:	9781906367602

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