The Children's Book of Stars by G. E. Mitton
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Author | Mitton, G. E. (Geraldine Edith), 1868-1955 |
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Title | The Children's Book of Stars |
Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Summary | "The Children's Book of Stars" by G. E. Mitton is a children's educational book written in the early 20th century. This work introduces young readers to astronomy and the wonders of the universe, explaining complex concepts in simple and engaging language. It aims to captivate the interest of intelligent children while providing answers to their curious questions about the stars and planets. The opening of the book presents various observations about the Earth, the Moon, and the stars, capturing the imaginative curiosity of children regarding the night sky. Mitton describes how the appearance of objects changes with distance, illustrating the difference between the Moon and stars. The text establishes foundational concepts about celestial movements, including the Earth's rotation and its journey around the Sun, as well as the concept of gravitation affecting everything on Earth. It encourages readers to look at the night sky with wonder and a deeper understanding, setting the stage for further explorations of the solar system. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | QB: Science: Astronomy |
Subject | Astronomy -- Juvenile literature |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 28853 |
Release Date | May 17, 2009 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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