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- Title: In the Shadow of the Moon
- Author : Anthony Aveni
- Release Date : January 25, 2017
- Genre: Astronomy,Books,Science & Nature,History,Nature,
- Pages : * pages
- Size : 3233 KB
Description
From an award-winning author, astronomer, and anthropologist, an exploration of the scientific and cultural significance of the mesmerizing cosmic display.
Since the first humans looked up and saw the sun swallowed by darkness, our species has been captivated by solar eclipses. Astronomer and anthropologist Anthony Aveni explains the history and culture surrounding solar eclipses, from prehistoric Stonehenge to Babylonian creation myths, to a confirmation of Einsteinâs theory of general relativity, to a spectacle that left New York City in the moonâs shadow, to future eclipses that will capture human imaginations.
In one accessible and engaging read, Aveni explains the science behind the phenomenon, tracks eclipses across the ancient world, and examines the roles of solar eclipses in modern times to reveal the profound effects these cosmic events have had on human history. Colored by his own experiencesâAveni has witnessed eight total solar eclipses in his lifetimeâhis account of astronomyâs most storied phenomenon will enthrall anyone who has looked up at the sky with wonder.
âAveniâs authoritative but accessible text is the clearest statement of the way our perception of eclipses has changed over the centuries.â âStuart Clark, New Scientist
âAuthoritative and engaging.â âMarcelo Gleiser, NPRâs 13.7
âA recommended way to share the spirit of the occasion.â âLaurence A. Marschall, Natural History magazine
âEverything you need to enjoy a solar eclipseâand even predict one, just like the Babylonians did! Aveniâs entertaining explorations show the very different impacts eclipses have had on past and present cultures.â âDavid DeVorkin, National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution
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