The brightest and largest object in the night sky, the Moon is about 1/4 the diameter of Earth and is approximately 240,000 miles (385,000 km) distant. This folding pocket guide provides simplified reference to the Moon and its surface features, its phases (and how these affect gravitation on Earth), eclipses, myths and viewing hints. Detailed maps of the Moon highlight prominent craters, mountains ranges, seas, highlands and manned moon landing sites. Laminated for durability, this indispensable pocket reference is ideal for astronomers of all ages. Made in the USA.www.waterfordpress.com.
| ISBN: | 9781620052792 |
| Publication date: | 9th April 2018 |
| Author: | James Kavanagh, Waterford Press |
| Illustrator: | Raymond Leung |
| Publisher: | Waterford Press |
| Format: | Pamphlet |
| Pagination: | 12 pages |
| Series: | Earth, Space and Culture |
| Genres: |
Popular astronomy and space Educational: Astronomy Children’s / Teenage general interest: Space, stars and the solar system Astronomy, space and time |