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The Sun

The Sun is an enthralling exploration of the star on our doorstep, charting the journey from ancient superstition to the deep scientific mysteries yet to be resolved. It is part of a series of short, accessible books examining amazing aspects of space, brought to you by Royal Observatory Greenwich.

This book examines how we’ve come to understand the features and processes at work in our star, starting with the earliest observations of mysterious sunspots and ending with the rich and complex investigation of the connected Sun-Earth system. It reveals the interconnected sciences involved in finding out more about the Sun and the practical importance of doing so for our modern world.

It’s a slow-burn tale of scientific discovery!