{"product_id":"bad-astronomy-misconceptions-and-misuses-revealed-from-astrology-to-the-moon-landing-hoax-9780471409762","title":"Bad Astronomy: Misconceptions and Misuses Revealed, from Astrology to the Moon Landing Hoax","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA clever, thought-provoking guide that attacks common astronomical misconceptions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is Bad Astronomy? Anything that accidentally or intentionally mangles the basic principles of astronomy. And who is on the lookout for good examples of Bad Astronomy? The Bad Astronomer, of course, a\/k\/a professional astronomer Phil Plait. In \u003ci\u003eBad Astronomy, \u003c\/i\u003e Plait clears up misconceptions and malarkey relating to our Earth, moon, and the wider Universe. Ranging from commonly misunderstood notions such as why the sky is blue and the reason we have seasons, to large-scale shenanigans such as the so-called moon landing hoax and UFO sightings, Bad Astronomy wipes the stardust from readers' eyes to reveal just how the Universe works. Not only does Plait clearly explain the principles behind major concepts like the Big Bang, he leads readers to understand basics such as what makes the Moon look big when it rises and why the planets -- and astrology-- cannot directly influence our lives. Here is a fascinating and enlightening read for amateurs and experts alike. \u003ci\u003eBad Astronomy\u003c\/i\u003e is the first volume in Wiley's \"Bad Science\" series; forthcoming titles will look at common misconceptions related to biology, weather, and the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePHILIP PLAIT, \u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D., works in the physics and astronomy department at Sonoma State University in California. He maintains the Web site badastronomy.com and writes monthly articles on astronomy for the German newspaper \u003ci\u003eDie Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung.\u003c\/i\u003e His work has appeared in the \u003ci\u003eEncyclopedia Britannica Yearbook of Science\u003c\/i\u003e and the Future and Astronomy magazine. He also writes a monthly column for astronomy.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50635143840018,"sku":"9780471409762","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_a86e1557-2d5a-4e63-b774-076097fc157f.jpg?v=1732835115","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/bad-astronomy-misconceptions-and-misuses-revealed-from-astrology-to-the-moon-landing-hoax-9780471409762","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}