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Topic: Mapping and Naming the Moon: A History of Lunar Cartography and Nomenclature
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cspg Member Posts: 6210 From: Geneva, Switzerland Registered: May 2006
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posted 02-28-2009 10:09 AM
Mapping and Naming the Moon: A History of Lunar Cartography and Nomenclature by Ewen A. Whitaker Almost 30 years after the Apollo missions, 'Tranquillity Base', 'Hadley Rille', or 'Taurus-Littrow' are names still resonant with the enormous achievements represented by the lunar landings. But how did these places get their names? Who named Copernicus Crater? Where did all those names on lunar maps come from, and what stimulated their selection? Ewen Whitaker traces the origins and evolution of the present-day systems for naming lunar features, such as craters, mountains, valleys and dark spots. The connections between the prehistoric and historic names, and today's gazetteer are clearly described. Beautiful lunar maps spanning four centuries of progress wonderfully illustrate the unfolding of our ability to map the Moon. Rare, early, photographs add to the sense of history. Comprehensive appendices and the bibliography make this delightful book a work of lasting reference and scholarship. A book that I've missed? Gee... |
canyon42 Member Posts: 238 From: Ohio Registered: Mar 2006
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posted 02-28-2009 06:03 PM
Either I can't count, or it's been more than 30 years... |
cspg Member Posts: 6210 From: Geneva, Switzerland Registered: May 2006
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posted 02-28-2009 11:32 PM
That's because it's the paperback edition. The hardcover edition was published in 1999.Chris. | |
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