The Sky at Night: Book of the Moon – A Guide to Our Closest Neighbour
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The Sky at Night: Book of the Moon – A Guide to Our Closest Neighbour
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Narrated by:
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Maggie Aderin-Pocock
About this listen
Brought to you by Penguin.
How well do you know our closest neighbour?
Featured on BBC Radio 4 Saturday Live and BBC Breakfast
The moon has fascinated humankind since the beginning of history. But far from being just a big rock out in space, the Moon has a phenomenal power over the earth, with its ability to create great waves, dictate the length of the day and summon the seasons. It is a key player in the story of our planet.
In this unique celebration of the Moon, lunar expert and space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin Pocock takes readers on a journey through the Moon’s past, present and future. She uncovers the way the Moon has captured our imaginations, contemplates how it was formed, and uncovers why we need the Moon to protect our fragile earth. Drawing on the latest scientific research, she then looks forward to what might be to come – will we return to the moon or will it become a launch pad to go into the great unknown?
Filled with fascinating facts and anecdotes, and written with warmth and passion, The Book of the Moon is for scientists and stargazers alike. You'll never look at our closest neighbour in the same way again.
©Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock 2018 (P) Penguin Audio 2020
No longer will I moongaze feeling alone, now knowing a wealth of people across history who have been as preoccupied with Luna as I have. The artists (& their art) who have connections to the moon have been fascinating to follow up on... a delightful rabbit hole tangent.
Wan Hu (who you'll meet in this book) and the author, both prove that having true dedication & enthusiasm, means that you'll never fail to reach your goal. And whether sharing my birthday with the author has had any influence, I'm looking to gain accreditation as another Lunatic.
The romance & art, backed up by science.
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great book
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The author’s passion for the moon was very evident and this made the book even more compelling.
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one of the lunatics
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Brilliant Maggie
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