Author: James Powell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197694861
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
The Moon is the most viewed object in the sky, the Sun being too bright to look at directly and the planets too far away. The Greeks deduced everything that could be learned about the Moon using only the naked eye, including that it has no light of its own but reflects that of the Sun. They understood the cause of eclipses and used the Earth's shadow on the Moon to conclude that our planet is a sphere and to calculate the size of both the Moon and the Earth. The invention of the telescope some two millennia later offered the opportunity for much greater understanding, but the early observers became sidetracked onto a dead end: First, they fooled themselves into believing that they saw evidence of life on the Moon, even the works of a civilization. Second, they became convinced that the craters of the Moon were volcanoes like those we have on the Earth. These wrong-headed beliefs took centuries to dispel. The origin of the Moon itself has proven an even more difficult question, but scientists have now closed in on the answer. They find that our placid and seemingly unchanging Moon was born in colossal violence as a planet the size of Mars crashed into the primordial Earth and flung off a blob that solidified to become our heavenly companion. Unlocking the Moon's Secrets follows these developments to show how science evolves, complete with misunderstandings, contentious arguments, difficult to relinquish assumptions, and shifting views as new facts come to light. Thanks to the work of generations of determined scientists, we understand our Moon, at last.
Unlocking the Moon's Secrets
Author: James Powell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197694861
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
The Moon is the most viewed object in the sky, the Sun being too bright to look at directly and the planets too far away. The Greeks deduced everything that could be learned about the Moon using only the naked eye, including that it has no light of its own but reflects that of the Sun. They understood the cause of eclipses and used the Earth's shadow on the Moon to conclude that our planet is a sphere and to calculate the size of both the Moon and the Earth. The invention of the telescope some two millennia later offered the opportunity for much greater understanding, but the early observers became sidetracked onto a dead end: First, they fooled themselves into believing that they saw evidence of life on the Moon, even the works of a civilization. Second, they became convinced that the craters of the Moon were volcanoes like those we have on the Earth. These wrong-headed beliefs took centuries to dispel. The origin of the Moon itself has proven an even more difficult question, but scientists have now closed in on the answer. They find that our placid and seemingly unchanging Moon was born in colossal violence as a planet the size of Mars crashed into the primordial Earth and flung off a blob that solidified to become our heavenly companion. Unlocking the Moon's Secrets follows these developments to show how science evolves, complete with misunderstandings, contentious arguments, difficult to relinquish assumptions, and shifting views as new facts come to light. Thanks to the work of generations of determined scientists, we understand our Moon, at last.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197694861
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
The Moon is the most viewed object in the sky, the Sun being too bright to look at directly and the planets too far away. The Greeks deduced everything that could be learned about the Moon using only the naked eye, including that it has no light of its own but reflects that of the Sun. They understood the cause of eclipses and used the Earth's shadow on the Moon to conclude that our planet is a sphere and to calculate the size of both the Moon and the Earth. The invention of the telescope some two millennia later offered the opportunity for much greater understanding, but the early observers became sidetracked onto a dead end: First, they fooled themselves into believing that they saw evidence of life on the Moon, even the works of a civilization. Second, they became convinced that the craters of the Moon were volcanoes like those we have on the Earth. These wrong-headed beliefs took centuries to dispel. The origin of the Moon itself has proven an even more difficult question, but scientists have now closed in on the answer. They find that our placid and seemingly unchanging Moon was born in colossal violence as a planet the size of Mars crashed into the primordial Earth and flung off a blob that solidified to become our heavenly companion. Unlocking the Moon's Secrets follows these developments to show how science evolves, complete with misunderstandings, contentious arguments, difficult to relinquish assumptions, and shifting views as new facts come to light. Thanks to the work of generations of determined scientists, we understand our Moon, at last.
Cassini
Author: John Hamilton
Publisher: A&d Xtreme
ISBN: 9781532110115
Category : Juvenile works
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Cassini-Huygens space probe, and its mission to explore the gas giant Saturn. Important details include the probe's construction, its launch, the landing of the Huygens probe on Saturn's moon Titan, and Cassini's continuing mission to unlock the secrets of Saturn's rings and other unique features. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Publisher: A&d Xtreme
ISBN: 9781532110115
Category : Juvenile works
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Cassini-Huygens space probe, and its mission to explore the gas giant Saturn. Important details include the probe's construction, its launch, the landing of the Huygens probe on Saturn's moon Titan, and Cassini's continuing mission to unlock the secrets of Saturn's rings and other unique features. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Planetology
Author: Tom Jones
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426201219
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
"In this new view of the planets, images from NASA and other space agencies reveal how volcanoes, wind, asteroids, and flowing fluids have shaped the entire solar system - and tell us about the history and future of our Earth. Planetology pairs dramatic images of Earth's terrain with the latest, astonishing views of alien surfaces - examining landforms never before seen and highlighting, for the first time, the similarities between Earth and its sister planets." "Using the very best and latest NASA images - including those from the Cassini mission to Saturn and the fleet of spacecraft on and around Mars - Planetology examines the forces that shape the solar system, comparing mountains, craters, volcanoes, glaciers, and other landscapes across its myriad planets and moons."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 9781426201219
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
"In this new view of the planets, images from NASA and other space agencies reveal how volcanoes, wind, asteroids, and flowing fluids have shaped the entire solar system - and tell us about the history and future of our Earth. Planetology pairs dramatic images of Earth's terrain with the latest, astonishing views of alien surfaces - examining landforms never before seen and highlighting, for the first time, the similarities between Earth and its sister planets." "Using the very best and latest NASA images - including those from the Cassini mission to Saturn and the fleet of spacecraft on and around Mars - Planetology examines the forces that shape the solar system, comparing mountains, craters, volcanoes, glaciers, and other landscapes across its myriad planets and moons."--BOOK JACKET.
The Menstrual Symphony: Unlocking the Secrets of Hormonal Health
Author: Vidhya Shanmugam
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The book "The Menstrual Symphony" by Vidhya Shanmugam is a comprehensive guide on menstrual health and holistic practices for women. It covers various aspects of menstrual health, including understanding the menstrual cycle, diet tips for different cycle phases, fitness routines tailored to the menstrual cycle, managing menstrual pain and discomfort, and the impact of modern lifestyle on hormonal health. The book also delves into the connection between menstrual health and sexual wellness, natural remedies for menstrual cramps, and celebrates femininity. The author, a women's wellness coach, shares personal insights and research-backed information to empower women to take charge of their health using their menstrual cycle as a guide.
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
The book "The Menstrual Symphony" by Vidhya Shanmugam is a comprehensive guide on menstrual health and holistic practices for women. It covers various aspects of menstrual health, including understanding the menstrual cycle, diet tips for different cycle phases, fitness routines tailored to the menstrual cycle, managing menstrual pain and discomfort, and the impact of modern lifestyle on hormonal health. The book also delves into the connection between menstrual health and sexual wellness, natural remedies for menstrual cramps, and celebrates femininity. The author, a women's wellness coach, shares personal insights and research-backed information to empower women to take charge of their health using their menstrual cycle as a guide.
Moons
Author: Aaron DeYoe
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1629698776
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Moons explores the science of what we see in the night sky. Kids will learn how moons are made, find out which moon might have its own ocean of water, explore the moons that help keep Saturn's rings in place and more. Engaging photos, exciting graphics, and a fun quiz at the end of each book will keep them learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Publisher: ABDO
ISBN: 1629698776
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 27
Book Description
Moons explores the science of what we see in the night sky. Kids will learn how moons are made, find out which moon might have its own ocean of water, explore the moons that help keep Saturn's rings in place and more. Engaging photos, exciting graphics, and a fun quiz at the end of each book will keep them learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Unlocking the Secret Language of Tarot
Author: Wald Amberstone
Publisher: Weiser Books
ISBN: 1633413179
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
This book will change the way you see the cards. “For years, Wald and Ruth Ann Amberstone’s deep work on the symbols and esoteric traditions of the Rider-Waite-Smith cards has been a legend, the learning and inspiration available only to their students. This book is useful in the deepest possible sense.” —Rachel Pollack, author of Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom Bringing imagery and intuition into a course of study of the tarot, Unlocking the Secret Language of Tarot sets itself apart from other tarot books by teaching you how to translate the pictorial symbolism from one deck to another, strengthening your ability to recognize specific icons in any deck and in the world around you. It can be used as both a reference book and as a series of guided meditations on the individual symbols. Each of the seven chapters discusses symbols with a common theme—crowns, pillars, mountains, crosses, etc.—and provides the lore and mythological meanings of each card. The authors also include an integration lesson and a special symbol spread for each chapter to help deepen your understanding of the cards. Written by two of the consummate authorities on tarot in the world, Ruth Ann and Wald Amberstone, this book reveals the hidden current of symbolic meanings and connections in the tarot, unlocking the secrets of the cards to help illuminate every reader’s path in life. Previously published as The Secret Language of Tarot, this is an accessible, must-have guide for any tarot reader.
Publisher: Weiser Books
ISBN: 1633413179
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
This book will change the way you see the cards. “For years, Wald and Ruth Ann Amberstone’s deep work on the symbols and esoteric traditions of the Rider-Waite-Smith cards has been a legend, the learning and inspiration available only to their students. This book is useful in the deepest possible sense.” —Rachel Pollack, author of Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom Bringing imagery and intuition into a course of study of the tarot, Unlocking the Secret Language of Tarot sets itself apart from other tarot books by teaching you how to translate the pictorial symbolism from one deck to another, strengthening your ability to recognize specific icons in any deck and in the world around you. It can be used as both a reference book and as a series of guided meditations on the individual symbols. Each of the seven chapters discusses symbols with a common theme—crowns, pillars, mountains, crosses, etc.—and provides the lore and mythological meanings of each card. The authors also include an integration lesson and a special symbol spread for each chapter to help deepen your understanding of the cards. Written by two of the consummate authorities on tarot in the world, Ruth Ann and Wald Amberstone, this book reveals the hidden current of symbolic meanings and connections in the tarot, unlocking the secrets of the cards to help illuminate every reader’s path in life. Previously published as The Secret Language of Tarot, this is an accessible, must-have guide for any tarot reader.
The Secrets of Magnolia Moon
Author: Edwina Wyatt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781406393491
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781406393491
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
Spaceman
Author: Mike Massimino
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471149552
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
'This terrific memoir... is utterly gripping' Mail on Sunday ‘Read this book and be inspired to reach for the impossible’ Brian Greene Many children dream of becoming an astronaut when they grow up, but when a six-year-old Mike Massimino saw Neil Armstrong walk on the moon he knew what he wanted to do when he became an adult. But NASA rejected him; then when he applied again they turned him down because of his poor eyesight. For the next year he trained his eyes to work better and finally, at the third time of asking, NASA accepted him. So began Massimino's 18-year career as an astronaut, and the extraordinary lengths he went to to get accepted was only the beginning. In this awe-inspiring memoir, he reveals the hard work, camaraderie and sheer guts involved in the life of an astronaut; he vividly describes what it is like to strap yourself into the Space Shuttle and blast off into space, or the sensation of walking in space, as he did when he completed a mission to service the Hubble telescope. He also talks movingly about the Columbia tragedy, and how it felt to step into the Space Shuttle again in the aftermath of that disaster. Massimino was inspired by the film The Right Stuff, and this book is not only a tribute to those fellow astronauts he worked with, but also a stunning example of someone who had exactly those attributes himself.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1471149552
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
'This terrific memoir... is utterly gripping' Mail on Sunday ‘Read this book and be inspired to reach for the impossible’ Brian Greene Many children dream of becoming an astronaut when they grow up, but when a six-year-old Mike Massimino saw Neil Armstrong walk on the moon he knew what he wanted to do when he became an adult. But NASA rejected him; then when he applied again they turned him down because of his poor eyesight. For the next year he trained his eyes to work better and finally, at the third time of asking, NASA accepted him. So began Massimino's 18-year career as an astronaut, and the extraordinary lengths he went to to get accepted was only the beginning. In this awe-inspiring memoir, he reveals the hard work, camaraderie and sheer guts involved in the life of an astronaut; he vividly describes what it is like to strap yourself into the Space Shuttle and blast off into space, or the sensation of walking in space, as he did when he completed a mission to service the Hubble telescope. He also talks movingly about the Columbia tragedy, and how it felt to step into the Space Shuttle again in the aftermath of that disaster. Massimino was inspired by the film The Right Stuff, and this book is not only a tribute to those fellow astronauts he worked with, but also a stunning example of someone who had exactly those attributes himself.
Moon Spells
Author: Mari Silva
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Have you ever wondered what is missing from your life or why events don't seem to go your way? Moon Magic might just be the missing ingredient! In this book, we will uncover the secrets of Moon Spells and how you can use them to change your life for the better. We will show you how to practice rituals and cast spells to attract good fortune, plus protecting yourself and your loved ones from the negative energies in the world. In this book, you will discover: The Moon deities and their significance and symbolism across ancient civilizations. The lunar phases and the significance of each phase. The best spells to cast during each one of the eight lunar phases. The tools you will need to cast spells and perform magical rituals. Love spells to help you find the perfect partner. Spells to increase fertility and to facilitate safe childbirth. Money and wealth spells to help you get a new job or a great promotion at work. Protection spells to eliminate negative energy in your life. How to create your own moon ritual. How to honor the moon deities and the ceremonies passed down across generations. This book will teach you practical spells that you can easily cast at home. You will find detailed descriptions of every ritual and spell, and you can learn to cast spells and do magic as if they were born to do it, which you are! Whether it is new love, protection from the evil in the world, or money, you will learn the secrets to casting the right spell during the right lunar phase, harnessing the power of the moon, and wielding it to your advantage. So if you want to learn more about moon spells, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 114
Book Description
Have you ever wondered what is missing from your life or why events don't seem to go your way? Moon Magic might just be the missing ingredient! In this book, we will uncover the secrets of Moon Spells and how you can use them to change your life for the better. We will show you how to practice rituals and cast spells to attract good fortune, plus protecting yourself and your loved ones from the negative energies in the world. In this book, you will discover: The Moon deities and their significance and symbolism across ancient civilizations. The lunar phases and the significance of each phase. The best spells to cast during each one of the eight lunar phases. The tools you will need to cast spells and perform magical rituals. Love spells to help you find the perfect partner. Spells to increase fertility and to facilitate safe childbirth. Money and wealth spells to help you get a new job or a great promotion at work. Protection spells to eliminate negative energy in your life. How to create your own moon ritual. How to honor the moon deities and the ceremonies passed down across generations. This book will teach you practical spells that you can easily cast at home. You will find detailed descriptions of every ritual and spell, and you can learn to cast spells and do magic as if they were born to do it, which you are! Whether it is new love, protection from the evil in the world, or money, you will learn the secrets to casting the right spell during the right lunar phase, harnessing the power of the moon, and wielding it to your advantage. So if you want to learn more about moon spells, then scroll up and click the "add to cart" button.
New Moon Astrology
Author: Jan Spiller
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553904922
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
A revolutionary approach to unlocking the transformative power of astrology Get what you wish for in love ... happiness ... health ... career ... money ... and more! The Moon’s influence on human destiny has been recognized since ancient times, but its potential for generating positive outcomes has often been ignored — until now. In this breakthrough book, master astrologer Jan Spiller reveals the secrets of harnessing the Moon’s astonishing power to make your goals a reality! Not just another astrology book, New Moon Astrology provides practical, step-by-step instructions, based on ancient rites and philosophy as well as on Jan Spiller’s own vast astrological experience, in framing your wishes in any area — love, career, family, or health. On New Moon Power Days, your desires become incantations with amazing focus and strength. Using the special Moon chart included here, you’ll be able to express your wishes during a “magic” moment — a personal power period in the astrological cycle — setting forces in motion that transform your desires into reality. With this exciting technique, you will see your wishes actually coming true in the months — and years — ahead! If you are ready to live your dreams, use this proven-effective approach to personal fulfillment. Learn: • How to use the potent New Moon each month to time your power wishes • How to locate the three to five weeks each year when you personally are in a position of tremendous empowerment to achieve your goals • Which special Moons throughout the year help grant specific wishes, such as attracting money, meeting a new lover, or traveling to exciting places! • How to use the destiny revealed by your astrological chart along with then New Moon to achieve an energy shift — a power surge to help you succeed in weight loss, relationships, career advancement, sexual intimacy, and more!
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0553904922
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
A revolutionary approach to unlocking the transformative power of astrology Get what you wish for in love ... happiness ... health ... career ... money ... and more! The Moon’s influence on human destiny has been recognized since ancient times, but its potential for generating positive outcomes has often been ignored — until now. In this breakthrough book, master astrologer Jan Spiller reveals the secrets of harnessing the Moon’s astonishing power to make your goals a reality! Not just another astrology book, New Moon Astrology provides practical, step-by-step instructions, based on ancient rites and philosophy as well as on Jan Spiller’s own vast astrological experience, in framing your wishes in any area — love, career, family, or health. On New Moon Power Days, your desires become incantations with amazing focus and strength. Using the special Moon chart included here, you’ll be able to express your wishes during a “magic” moment — a personal power period in the astrological cycle — setting forces in motion that transform your desires into reality. With this exciting technique, you will see your wishes actually coming true in the months — and years — ahead! If you are ready to live your dreams, use this proven-effective approach to personal fulfillment. Learn: • How to use the potent New Moon each month to time your power wishes • How to locate the three to five weeks each year when you personally are in a position of tremendous empowerment to achieve your goals • Which special Moons throughout the year help grant specific wishes, such as attracting money, meeting a new lover, or traveling to exciting places! • How to use the destiny revealed by your astrological chart along with then New Moon to achieve an energy shift — a power surge to help you succeed in weight loss, relationships, career advancement, sexual intimacy, and more!