Maggie Aderin-Pocock
autor
Noční obloha - Kniha o Měsíci
Ve sluneční soustavě je mnoho měsíců. Žádný z nich ale není jako ten náš
Ať jste vědec nebo vesmír je jen vaším koníčkem, připojte se k Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocockové, nadšené obdivovatelce našeho úžasného a jedinečného Měsíce. Kniha se Měsícem zabývá nejen z pohledu současné vědy, ale také z hlediska jeho významu a poznávání v historii, jeho úlohou v kultuře a umění a výhledem do budoucnosti.
Autorka knihy Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pococková se o našeho vesmírného souputníka zajímá od svých dětských let. Vystudovala fyziku na Imperial College London. Zabývá se mimo jiné výzkumem vesmíru a je zapálenou popularizátorkou vědy. Jako příklad lze uvést televizní pořad The Sky at Night.
Na sklade 1Ks
18,24 €
19,20 €
The Sky at Night - Book of the Moon
How well do you know our closest neighbour?Featured on BBC Radio 4 Saturday Live and BBC BreakfastThe moon has fascinated humankind since the beginning of history. But far from being just a big rock out in space, the Moon has a phenomenal power over the earth, with it`s ability to create great waves, dictate the length of the day and summon the seasons. It is a key player in the story of our planet.
In this unique celebration of the Moon, lunar expert and space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin Pocock takes readers on a journey through the Moon's past, present and future. She uncovers the way the Moon has captured our imaginations, contemplates how it was formed, and uncovers why we need the Moon to protect our fragile earth. Drawing on the latest scientific research, she then looks forward to what might be to come - will we return to the moon or will it become a launch pad to go into the great unknown?Filled with fascinating facts and anecdotes, and written with warmth and passion, The Book of the Moon is for scientists and stargazers alike.
You'll never look at our closest neighbour in the same way again.
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11,88 €
12,50 €
The Sky at Night: The Art of Stargazing
Many of us gaze up into space and marvel at the Milky Way, but do you know what you're really looking at?The Art of Stargazing is the ultimate insider's guide to the night sky in which award-winning space scientist and The Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares her expertise and unique insights into the marvellous world of stars. Take a tour of the 88 constellations and explore the science, history, culture and romanticism behind these celestial bodies. In this must-have handbook for budding stargazers - and anyone looking for a little more wonder in their lives - Maggie will help you to identify stars and teach you the basics of naked-eye observation, offering fascinating facts plus advice on kit, 'dark sky' locations and much more.Also included are an easy-to-read sky map and beautiful illustrations to accompany each constellation. With Maggie by your side, the night sky will truly come alive.
