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Stuart Clark

Beneath the Night: How the stars have shaped the history of humankind

Beneath the Night: How the stars have shaped the history of humankind

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The book explores the history of humanity's relationship with stars and the night sky, rethinking the traditional story of astronomy and exploring a fascination shared across the world that has shaped us as civilisations and individuals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2021
Publisher: Guardian Faber Publishing


The captivating tale of humanity's relationship with stars and the night sky unfolds in this remarkable book. It challenges our conventional understanding of astronomy and offers a fresh perspective on the field. With its effortless readability, this book captivates readers from start to finish. BBC Sky at Night, penned by Stuart Clark, provides a comprehensive overview of the vast gaps in our knowledge of the cosmos. It explores a universal fascination that has profoundly shaped civilizations and individuals alike, housing our hopes and fears. Through the lens of the stars, we gain insight into our past and ultimately glimpse our destiny. This captivating exploration of the stars offers a profound understanding of our place in the universe and inspires us to contemplate the mysteries that lie beyond our reach.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783351541
Edition number: Main

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