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Nicolas Camille Flammarion FRAS (1842–1925) was a French author and astronomer. A prolific writer, he produced over fifty books including science fiction novels, works on astronomy, and works on physical research. This volume contains a collection of vintage articles written by Flammarion on the subject of astronomy, originally appearing in various publications including "Les Distances des Toiles in La Nature", "La Natur", and "Popular Science Monthly"....
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"Night and Moonlight" is an 1863 essay by American essayist Henry David Thoreau that explores the moon and its place in literary tradition. Henry David Thoreau (1817—1862) was an American poet, philosopher, and essayist most famous for his book "Walden" and his essay "Civil Disobedience", which advocated disobedience against unjust governments and influenced such notable figures as Mahatma Gandhi, Leo Tolstoy, and Martin Luther King Jr. His corpus...
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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...
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"Hours From the Night" is a fantastic collection of classic essays by a variety of famous writers all connected through a common theme: night time. Including essays from such prolific writers as Charles Dickens and Andrew Lang, this collection will appeal to night owls and literature lovers with a penchant for the nocturnal.
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"Night Walks, by Charles Dickens", "Night and Moonlight, by Henry David Thoreau", "On Lying Awake at Night,...
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Have fun exploring the stars with close-up views of space objects right from your own backyard!
Take the mystery and struggle out of discovering new worlds. With hands-on tips, tricks, and instructions, this book allows you to unleash the full power of your small telescope and view amazing space objects right from your own backyard, including:
• Saturn's Rings
• Jupiter's Moons
• Apollo 11's Landing Site
• Orion Nebula
• Andromeda Galaxy
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On August 21, a remarkable event will occur over Idaho. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the Gem State. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Idaho, you need the Idaho Total Eclipse Guide.
This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals know.
Where should you watch the eclipse from? How will you find these locations?...
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Al entrar a los predios de la Reserva Biológica Encenillo (rbe), ubicada en la vereda Trinidad del municipio de Guasca (Cundinamarca), pocos se imaginan que allí operó una mina de piedra caliza por más de sesenta años. El cambio de mina a área protegida ha conllevado transformaciones y negociaciones entre las formas locales de uso y representación de los recursos naturales y los usos y discursos de la conservación ambiental. Por su parte,...
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La astrología estudia el paso de los planetas por los signos del zodiaco y por las distintas esferas de la vida (las Casas). Se trata de cálculos largos y complicados que, a pesar de su gran atractivo, a menudo desaniman a los más curiosos debido a su dificultad. El presente libro, gracias a sus explicaciones simples y claras, tiene como objeto permitir a todo el mundo acceder al arte de la adivinación, de modo que todos los que lo deseen puedan...
29) Dark Skies
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Witnessing the sweep of the Milky Way, the remains of comets burning up in our atmosphere, or the shimmering aurora, we better understand the universe and our place in it. Lonely Planet's Dark Skies, the first world's guide to astrotourism, can help you experience all of this and more first-hand.
Meticulously researched by dark sky expert Valerie Stimac, this comprehensive companion includes guides to 35 dark-sky sites and national parks, where to...
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Tennessee Total Eclipse Guide: Commemorative Official Keepsake GuidebookOn August 21, a remarkable event will occur over Tennessee. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the state. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Tennessee, you need the Tennessee Total Eclipse Guide.
This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals...
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¿Has pensado que las galaxias medusa se llaman así por su enorme parecido con las medusas que viven en los océanos? ¿Que la telaraña cósmica es similar a los pólipos de pensamiento marino? ¿O que las pléyades son muy similares a un banco de sardinas? El espacio exterior y las profundidades marinas son fronteras naturales que siempre han despertado la curiosidad de los seres humanos. Son universos que cautivan nuestra imaginación y nos interpelan...
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Atop a mesa one mile west of downtown Flagstaff, Arizona, sits Lowell Observatory, an astronomical research facility steeped in tradition. Percival Lowell, scion of a Boston Brahmin family, initially established his observatory in 1894 to study the possibility of intelligent life on Mars. Lowell widely popularized his controversial theories, sparking debate among both the scientific community and lay public. In the following years, the observatory's...
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Follow an epic animal race, a quest for a disembodied hand, and an emu egg hunt in constellation stories from diverse cultures
We can see love, betrayal, and friendship in the heavens, if we know where to look. A world expert on cultural understandings of cosmology, Anthony Aveni provides an unconventional atlas of the night sky, introducing readers to tales beloved for generations. The constellations included are not only your typical Greek and...
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A take-anywhere guide to the mindful practice of cloud watching.
Press pause, step outside, and look up. There is so much to gain by simply watching the clouds go by. This pocket guide invites you to tap into the calming power of nature through the contemplative practice of cloud spotting.
Discover different types of clouds, unique sky phenomena, and the many benefits that come from slowing down long enough to notice them. Perfect for nature-lovers...
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Join expert author Tiffany Francis-Baker on a night-time journey around Britain and Ireland as she reveals the best places for star-gazing. She covers all of the International Dark-Sky Association's Certified Sites (the spots with the darkest skies), as well as the many Discovery Sites (areas where the skies are lighter but are still good for viewing).
The first part of the guide introduces the idea of astronomy and why it is such an enticing hobby....
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The weather has always dominated our daily lives and it remains our favourite topic of conversation. We all want to know what the weather will be for the week ahead in order to plan our days. But how reliable are the forecasts? Stan Yorke has written a short guide that explains in simple language the basic weather principles, and it has a special illustrated section on how to read skies and clouds. The book allows us to properly interpret daily weather...
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* Un libro que le ayuda a dar sus primeros pasos entre las estrellas y los planetas.
* Cómo escoger y cómo utilizar los instrumentos más adecuados para escrutar la bóveda celeste, (el telescopio que es útil para la observación de los planetas no lo es de hecho, para algunas galaxias que se ven mejor con unos buenos prismáticos).
* Técnicas y consejos para encontrar y observar los objetos más interesantes del sistema solar: Sol. Luna, planetas,...
38) La meteorología
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El hombre se ha interesado por predecir los fenómenos meteorológicos desde la más remota Antigüedad, debido a la importante influencia que dichos fenómenos tienen en el desarrollo de la vida en general; no obstante, la meteorología, como ciencia, es relativamente joven. Gracias a sus teorías y estadísticas, en la actualidad podemos entender cómo tienen lugar los distintos fenómenos meteorológicos y explicar con exactitud las causas que...
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A charming guide to the mindful practice of observing and appreciating the magnificent colors of autumn foliage.
Reconnect with nature through the quiet practice of leaf-peeping. Every autumn, we're graced with a breathtaking spectacle as the leaves turn from green to amber and gold. But how often do we stop to appreciate it?
In this charming book, discover the fascinating science of leaf-turning, practical tips on where to find foliage, musings...
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On August 21, a remarkable event will occur over Illinois. A rare total eclipse will pass directly over the Gem State. If you are planning to view the total eclipse in Illinois, you need the Illinois Total Eclipse Guide.
This book has everything you need to know about viewing and photographing the eclipse across the state. In it, you will find some of the secret locations locals know.
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