The book of the moon / Rick Stroud | Smithsonian Institution

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Contents: Facts and figures -- Astronomers -- Gods and myths -- Gardening and the weather -- Astronauts, cosmonauts, and lunar exploration -- Magic -- Medicine, madness, werewolves, and science -- Miscellany
Summary: "The Book of the Moon is an original and absorbing miscellany of all things lunar, a book that celebrates the physics that created the moon and the technology that took us there, as well as the magic and mystery of our closest neighbour in space. From ancient astromers to the great thinkers who paved the way for the Renaissance; from alchemists and witches to the scientists and astronauts of our time, Rick Stroud delves into the mythology and astrology that has inspired civilizations and cultures the world over. Packed with fascinating facts, intriquing statistics and compelling images, this book takes you as close to the moon as you can get without actually standing on it."--P. 4 of cover.

2009

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