Is Pluto a Planet?: A Historical Journey through the Solar System

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2008
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Tells the story of how the meaning of the word 'planet' has changed from antiquity to the present day, as new objects in our solar system have been discovered. This title provides the historical, philosophical, and astronomical background that allows us to decide for ourselves whether Pluto is indeed a planet.

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Tells the story of how the meaning of the word 'planet' has changed from antiquity to the present day, as new objects in our solar system have been discovered. This title provides the historical, philosophical, and astronomical background that allows us to decide for ourselves whether Pluto is indeed a planet.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 24 Nov 2008
ISBN 10: 069113846X
ISBN 13: 9780691138466

Is Pluto a Planet?: A Historical Journey through the Solar System

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$35.86

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$35.86

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