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Solar Eclipses

English · Hardback

Will be released 01.02.2026

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A thrilling guide to the celestial drama and scientific wonder of eclipses.

For millennia, solar eclipses have stirred awe and fear. Once seen as omens, they are now celebrated as rare spectacles that unite science and wonder. This accessible, richly illustrated book explores their cultural, emotional, and scientific significance, from ancient myths to modern eclipse-chasing expeditions. It traces how eclipses helped unlock secrets of the sun, and why witnessing one inspires powerful reactions and lifelong fascination. The book also offers practical guidance for planning and observing upcoming eclipses, making it an essential companion for curious observers and seasoned eclipse-hunters alike. Combining historical depth, scientific insight, and personal experience, this is the definitive guide to one of nature's most dramatic and moving celestial events.

About the author

William Sheehan is a noted historian of astronomy and a writer. His books include Mercury (2018), Saturn (2019), Venus (2022) and The Solar System (2025) in Reaktion’s Kosmos series. He lives in Arizona, and asteroid 16037 is named Sheehan in his honour.

Product details

Authors Sheehan William
Publisher Reaktion Books
 
Languages English
Product format Hardback
Release 01.02.2026
 
EAN 9781836391692
ISBN 978-1-83639-169-2
No. of pages 256
Illustrations 101 illustrations, 54 in colour
Series Kosmos
Subjects Humanities, art, music > Art > General, dictionaries

Popular Culture, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture, popular science, Popular astronomy & space, Astronomy, space and time, SCIENCE / Space Science / Astronomy

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