A Book of Constellations: Once Upon a Starry Night

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Description

National Geographic’s stunning rendition of the constellations’ glittering lightshow is now available in paperback.Take an illuminating ride through the starry night sky, and learn how the heavens pay tribute to the gods of Greek and Roman mythology. Once Upon a Starry Night explains the ten ancient figures whose legends are written large across the universe. Every page shines with Christina Balit’s vibrant art, studded with shiny stars, and provides the perfect backdrop to Jacqueline Mitton’s poetic text.

Additional information

Weight0.14755 kg
Dimensions0.254 × 27.94 × 21.336 cm
Language
Format Old`

Pages

32

Publisher

Imprint

For Ages

1-3

Year Published

2009-1-13

by

Publication City/Country

USA

ISBN 10

1426303912

About The Author

Dr. Jacqueline Mitton holds an MA in Physics from the University of Oxford and a Doctorate in Astrophysics from the University of Cambridge. She lives in London, England.Christina Balit studied at the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art in England. Her work has been exhibited at the Royal Academy and the Royal Festival Hall. Her illustrations grace Zoo in the Sky and The Planet Gods also by Jacqueline Mitton.

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