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The History of Astronomy

by Heather Couper, Nigel Henbest, Arthur C. Clarke
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Synopsis

Packed with color photographs, this comprehensive reference chronicles the history of astronomy.

About the Author, Heather Couper

Heather Couper is an astrophysicist. She ran the Greenwich Planetarium, was president of the British Astronomical Association, is a professor of astronomy and produced the TV programs Universe and Electric Skies.

Nigel Henbest is a consultant to the Royal Greenwich Observatory and New Scientist magazine.



Arthur C. Clarke was the world's most famous science fiction author. He died in 2008.

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Book Details

Published
October 1, 2007
Publisher
Firefly Books, Limited
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781554073252

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