Exploring the Moon
A comprehensive and practical introductory guide to our nearest celestial neighbour with insightful information about: – the myths surrounding the Moon – the misconceptions of early astronomers – the Moon’s effects on the Earth – the Cold War Missions of the United States and Russia as they raced one another to get a man to the Moon, and the resulting science that has helped expand our knowledge of its make-up – the most prominent features visible in small telescopes, including a personal nightly tour along the Moon’s terminator, eclipses and occultations – how to take wonderful lunar portraits with film, digital and video cameras, including how to process your images on a computer. Packed with interesting facts, reference tables and lavishly illustrated with over 200 colour illustrations and pictures Exploring the Moon is the perfect companion for your telescopic journey.
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