(Set) The Remarkable Science of Ancient Astronomy & Our Night Sky

The sky is one of the greatest shows on Earth and you'll discover why with this two-course set. The sky was once humanity's clock, calendar, and compass and The Remarkable Science of Ancient Astronomy introduces you to this ancient sky and all its marvels. Our Night Sky gives you an unrivaled tour around the sky while teaching you about the science, culture, technology, and pure pleasure of stargazing.

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