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In The Book of the Moon, her lucidly written, comprehensive guide to Earth's satellite, space scientist Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock takes readers on a journey to our closest celestial neighbor, exploring folklore, facts, and future plans. Have you ever wondered if there are seasons on the moon or if space tourism will ever become commonplace? So has Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock. In fact, she earned her nickname "Lunatic" because of her deep fascination for all things lunar.
Beginning with the basics, Aderin-Pocock unpacks everything from the moon's topography and composition to its formation and orbit around the Earth. She travels back in time to track humanity's relationship with the moon—beliefs held by ancient civilizations, the technology that allowed for the first moon landing, a brief history of moongazing, and how the moon has influenced culture throughout the years—and then to the future, analyzing the pros and cons of continued space travel and exploration.
Throughout the book are sidebars, graphs, and charts to enhance the facts as well as black-and-white illustrations of the moon and stars.
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Unlock the mysteries of our closest celestial neighbor with The Book of the Moon: A Guide to Our Closest Neighbor. Written by renowned space scientist Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, this comprehensive and captivating guide explores everything you've ever wanted to know about the moon. From its mesmerizing folklore to the future of space tourism, Dr. Aderin-Pocock covers it all in her trademark lucid writing style.
Delve into the moon's topography, composition, and its fascinating relationship with Earth as you journey alongside Dr. Aderin-Pocock. Discover the awe-inspiring technology that paved the way for the first moon landing and explore the beliefs held by ancient civilizations. This book is not just a scientific exploration; it is a journey through time and culture, revealing how the moon has influenced human history and traditions.
With visual aids such as sidebars, graphs, charts, and black-and-white illustrations of the moon and stars, The Book of the Moon is an engaging and educational read that will leave you even more captivated by Earth's satellite. Dr. Aderin-Pocock's passion for all things lunar shines through in every page, earning her the nickname "Lunatic" in the scientific community.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge and curiosity about the moon. Get your copy of The Book of the Moon: A Guide to Our Closest Neighbor today and embark on a voyage through past, present, and future lunar exploration. Start your journey by clicking here.
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