Free Download Eclipse: Our Sky's Most Dazzling Phenomenon by Kelsey Oseid
English | February 6th, 2024 | ISBN: 1984859463 | 112 pages | True EPUB | 47.19 MB
Discover the ancient myths and fascinating science of the world's most striking celestial phenomena-eclipses-in this educational, beautifully illustrated guide by the acclaimed author of What We See in the Stars.

In Eclipse, celebrated artist and author Kelsey Oseid explores the science and mystique of lunar and solar eclipses, from the myths of our ancestors to today.Did you know that in Chinese legends, solar eclipses were caused by dragons eating the sun? Or that the Norse people believed that a sky wolf chased away the moon? Oseid presents these rich historical stories alongside informative, accessible science to enrich your understanding: a solar eclipse only occurs during a new moon; a selenelion is when you can see the lunar eclipse in front of you and the sunset behind you; and the Mars Rovers have even taken photographs of eclipses from Mars.
Filled with captivating information and vivid, colorful illustrations, Eclipse will delight and inspire astronomy lovers of all ages.