Cynthia Phillips & Shana Priwer 
2024 Solar Eclipse For Dummies [PDF ebook] 

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Uncover the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse—and more!

Prepare to say, “oh my stars!” The 2024 Total Solar Eclipse is visible in North America on April 8th and won’t be making its next appearance until 2044. 2024 Solar Eclipse For Dummies shines light on this stellar event you won’t want to miss and gives you an approachable look into the extraordinary science and history of eclipses. Not only does this spectacular guide help you create your plan for safely enjoying the Total Solar Eclipse, you’ll also get the scoop on the science behind the eclipse, an overview of the different types of eclipses, and a little history on famous eclipses throughout time. With 2024 Solar Eclipse For Dummies, you’ll:


  • Know what the best seats are for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.

  • Ensure you’ve got all you need for a safe solar viewing experience.

  • Discover the what, why, and how of eclipses—including lunar ones!


This useful guide ensures you aren’t in the metaphorical dark during one of the most-anticipated events of 2024. Elevate your experience on the big day and your overall eclipse knowledge with 2024 Solar Eclipse For Dummies!

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Introduction 1

Chapter 1: Uncovering and Understanding Eclipses 5

Chapter 2: Don’t Look Up — But Wait, You Can! Solar Eclipses 11

Chapter 3: See the Moon in a New Light: Lunar Eclipses 19

Chapter 4: Going Where You Need to Be: Eclipse Tourism 27

Chapter 5: Setting Expectations: What to See During a Solar Eclipse 33

Chapter 6: Making the Most of 2024’s Total Solar Eclipse 41

Chapter 7: Don’t Make a Blinding Mistake: Safe Techniques for Solar Viewing 59

Chapter 8: Studying Eclipses Throughout History 71

Chapter 9: Class Is in Session: Eclipses Have Much to Teach 77

Chapter 10: Ten Myths and Misconceptions about Eclipses 85

Chapter 11: Ten Tips for Safely Viewing an Eclipse 89

Index 93

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Cynthia Phillips, Ph D, is a NASA Scientist. Prior to her current role, she worked at the SETI Institute for fifteen years. Dr. Phillips regularly lectures on astronomy and planetary science. Shana Priwer is a Harvard-educated technical writer. Phillips and Priwer have collaborated on several books, including Space Exploration For Dummies and Astrophysics For Dummies.

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язык английский ● Формат PDF ● страницы 114 ● ISBN 9781394281527 ● Размер файла 10.6 MB ● издатель John Wiley & Sons ● Страна US ● опубликованный 2024 ● Издание 1 ● Загружаемые 24 месяцы ● валюта EUR ● Код товара 9381256 ● Защита от копирования без

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