The Sky at Night: Book of the Moon – A Guide to Our Closest Neighbour by Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock - ISBN: 9781785943515
Hardcover
Explore the Moon’s past, present, and future; our closest neighbour.

The Sky at Night: Book of the Moon – A Guide to Our Closest Neighbour

Book of the Moon - A Guide to Our Closest Neighbour

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  • Hardcover

    240 pages

  • Release Date

    18 October 2018

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Summary

Lunar expert and popular BBC presenter, Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock explores our fascination with the Moon, in her first book with The Sky at Night.

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 …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781785943515
ISBN-10:1785943510
Author:Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Publisher:Ebury Publishing
Imprint:BBC Books
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:240
Release Date:18 October 2018
Weight:299g
Dimensions:204mm x 135mm x 25mm
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Critics Review

makes you marvel about both our solar system and our nearest neighbour

makes you marvel about both our solar system and our nearest neighbour – Jeanette Winterson

About The Author

Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock

Dame Maggie Aderin is a space scientist, author and broadcaster whose lifelong passion is making the wonders of the universe accessible to everyone. Over her career, she has created bespoke scientific instruments in both industrial and academic environments, including satellites that monitor climate change and contributing to the James Webb Space Telescope. In 2004, Maggie founded Science Innovation Ltd, a company dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds. She is a BAFTA-nominated TV presenter, working on documentaries, children’s factual television and comedy shows, and a bestselling author. She also co-hosts the world’s longest-running science programme, The Sky at Night, and gave the 200th anniversary Christmas Lectures at the Royal Institution. Her contributions to the field have also earned her an Institute of Physics Gold Medal, a Barbie doll in her likeness and roles as President of the British Science Association and Chancellor of the University of Leicester. In 2024, she was knighted in the New Year’s Honours list for her services to science education and diversity.

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