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Our Moon: How Earth’s Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are

byRebecca Boyle

Science journalist Rebecca Boyle tells the story of the Moon as an active partner in Earth's formation and evolution. She explains how its gravity stabilizes the planet, drives tides, influences biological rhythms, and shaped early scientific and religious thought. Lunar geology, eclipses, calendars, space exploration, and cultural imagination reveal a relationship extending far beyond the night sky. Boyle combines planetary science with human history to show why Earth would be profoundly different without its companion and why renewed competition to explore the Moon raises important questions about knowledge, resources, and stewardship.

Publisher

Random House Publishing Group

Publication date

2024

Format

Print edition

Pages

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ISBN

9780593129722