Bad astronomy : misconceptions and misuses revealed, from astrology to the moon landing 'hoax'
Plait, Philip C.2002
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Bad Astronomy offers lively, clear explanations of the most widely-held astronomy myths and misperceptions, from why the sky is blue to the reasons we have seasons. It steers clear of the false astronomy that has been glamourised in the media.
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Imprint:
New York : Wiley, c2002.
Collation:
vii, 277 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9780471409762 (pbk)
Dewey class:
520
Local class:
520
Language:
English
BRN:
150249