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Dictionary of Astronomical Names

by Adrian Room
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An etymological survey of astronomical names, including the better known stars, the constellations, the planets, and their satellites, and features on celestial bodies, such as craters on the moon. The author is a linquist, not an astronomer, and the book is for the generalist. No pronunciation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Published
September 1, 1988
Publisher
London ;New York : Routledge, 1988
Pages
320
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780415012980

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