Starwatchers

A History of Discovery in the Night Sky

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<p><b>'An exhilarating exploration of how we've been touched by the cosmos across human history' </b>LEWIS DARTNELL<br><br><b>'Combines scientific expertise with vivid storytelling and a childlike wonder that shines on every page' </b><i>TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT</i><br><b><i><br>What draws us to the night sky and how can we make sense of all that lies there?</i></b><br><br>In this <b>unique synthesis of science and culture</b>, former astrophysicist and writer Joanne Baker charts the<b> global history</b> of humanity's relationship with the cosmos. Starting with the nearby Moon before venturing through the solar system to the stars and beyond, she unveils a rich mosaic of stories and research that illuminate the<b> significance of celestial bodies</b> in our everyday lives.<br><br>It is a history that transcends borders and cultural traditions, taking us from Mesopotamian <b>moon worship</b> to the science fiction of<b> H. G. Wells</b> and the discovery of <b>black holes</b>. Driven by a personal quest to understand the universe as more than just an abstract mathematical realm, Baker also includes her own sparkling first-hand experiences - from watching a <b>total solar eclipse</b> in Idaho to visiting an ancient observatory in Samarkand.<br><br><i>Starwatchers</i> invites readers on an extraordinary<b> journey through space</b> that interrogates the boundaries of our earthly existence and encourages us to reflect on how we project meaning onto the skies.</p>

Artikeldetails

EAN

9781526608017

Sprache

Englisch

Einband / Art

Taschenbuch

Maße

197 x 130 x 22 mm

Erscheinungsjahr

2026

Verlag / Hersteller

Bloomsbury UK