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The Planets

By Dava Sobel
The Planets

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Authors: Dava Sobel
Copyright: 2005
Format: Hardcover
GTIN13: 9780670034468
ISBN10: 0670034460
Publisher: Viking

Strand Notes

From the bestselling author of "Longitude" and "Galileo's Daughter" comes this accessible tour of the planets of our solar system. Using the nine planets a framework for this collection of essays, Dava Sobel explores from the genesis of the sun to UFOs. Exploring the oddities and origins of the planets, she introduces readers to the deep complexities of the solar system, interweaving popular culture, mythology, art, music, and history. This is the rare book that will delight the experienced astronomer and engage the casual reader. 288p.

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From the bestselling author of "Longitude" and "Galileo's Daughter" comes this accessible tour of the planets of our solar system. Using the nine planets a framework for this collection of essays, Dava Sobel explores from the genesis of the sun to UFOs. Exploring the oddities and origins of the planets, she introduces readers to the deep complexities of the solar system, interweaving popular culture, mythology, art, music, and history. This is the rare book that will delight the experienced astronomer and engage the casual reader. 288p.
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