<p>Witnessing a total solar eclipse is a wondrous and unforgettable event!\nEclipse Chasers is a guide to past and future Australian total solar eclipses, exploring historical and cultural knowledge, as well as featuring five upcoming eclipses that will be visible in Australia.\nThe science of eclipses is explained, as well as how to prepare for an eclipse and view it safely. For upcoming eclipses the best locations to view each one are revealed, alongside tips for taking photographs.\nThe book also reveals untold stories of how past Australian astronomers observed the total eclipses that have occurred since European settlement, and how these eclipses were celebrated in popular culture, poetry and art. It explores the great significance of solar eclipses for First Nations peoples, and their observations and cultural meanings.\nEclipse Chasers showcases the drama and beauty of total solar eclipses and is essential for anyone fascinated by these amazing events.\nFeatures:<br />
An easy-to-understand guide to the science of a solar eclipse. Reveals inspiring stories about total eclipses in Australia, including stories of women and their often-unacknowledged involvement in science. Features First Nations observations and cultural meanings of total solar eclipses from a First Nations Elder and cultural astronomy expert. Includes locations and times to safely view a series of total solar eclipses coming up over the next two decades in Australia: April 2023; July 2028, Nov 2030, July 2037 and December 2038. Includes advice on total solar eclipse photography. The book includes information for teachers, and teacher notes will be available from the CSIRO Publishing website.</p>

Eclipse Chasers

History

Lomb, Nick

Stevenson, Toner

Australia & Oceania

CSIRO Publishing

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Eclipse Chasers