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The Moon: A Popular Treatise - Exploring the Celestial Realm: Unraveling the Mysteries of Our Enigmatic Moon - cover

The Moon: A Popular Treatise - Exploring the Celestial Realm: Unraveling the Mysteries of Our Enigmatic Moon

Garrett Putman Serviss

Publisher: Good Press

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In "The Moon: A Popular Treatise," Garrett Putman Serviss presents an engaging exploration of Earth'Äôs lunar companion, synthesizing scientific inquiry with a literary flair. Written in the late 19th century, this work reflects the burgeoning interest in astronomy and the public's fascination with space during a time when advancements in technology made celestial bodies more accessible to study. Serviss employs a conversational tone, deftly combining analysis with imaginative speculation, making complex scientific concepts approachable for the general reader while delving into the moon'Äôs physical characteristics, its potential for life, and the possibilities of lunar exploration. Garrett Putman Serviss was an American astronomer and writer whose passion for the cosmos and science fiction profoundly influenced his literary endeavors. His background in both scientific study and speculative fiction positioned him to pioneer the genre of popular science, appealing to an audience eager for knowledge yet captivated by the mysteries of space. His notable contributions to the field encapsulated not only the factual nature of astronomical discoveries but also the wonder that these discoveries inspired. Readers interested in astronomy, science fiction, and relations between scientific fact and imaginative thought will find Serviss'Äôs "The Moon" a delightful and enlightening read. This treatise is an essential addition for those who appreciate an accessible yet thorough examination of one of humanity's most enduring symbols of exploration.
Available since: 01/17/2022.
Print length: 156 pages.

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