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The sky at night book of the moon : a guide to our closest neighbour Maggie Aderin

By: Publication details: London : BBC Books, c2018. Description: 228 p. : ill., ; 21 cmISBN:
  • 9781785943515
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 523.3 AD SK
Online resources: Summary: How well do you know our closest neighbour? 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 take readers on a journey through the moon's past, present and future. She uncovers the way the moon has captured our imaginations, contemplates how was formed, and uncovers why we need the moon to protect our fragile earth.
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REGULAR University of Wollongong in Dubai Main Collection 523.3 AD SK (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Oct2019 T0062656

How well do you know our closest neighbour? 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 take readers on a journey through the moon's past, present and future. She uncovers the way the moon has captured our imaginations, contemplates how was formed, and uncovers why we need the moon to protect our fragile earth.

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