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Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are

Rebecca Boyle
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Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2024

Book Brief

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Rebecca Boyle

Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2024
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Theme
Environment

Space
Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are, Rebecca Boyle explores the Moon's profound impact on Earth. The book discusses its role in stabilizing climates, influencing tides, and inspiring human culture and science, highlighting the Moon's significance in shaping both Earth's environment and human history.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,667 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Our Moon by Rebecca Boyle offers an engaging exploration of the moon's impact on Earth, evolution, and humanity, with well-researched insights that captivate readers. The narrative is accessible and thought-provoking. However, some may find the depth of scientific detail overwhelming. Overall, it enriches understanding of our celestial neighbor and its profound significance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Our Moon: How Earth's Celestial Companion Transformed the Planet, Guided Evolution, and Made Us Who We Are?

Readers who enjoyed Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari or A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking will appreciate Our Moon by Rebecca Boyle. This book targets those curious about astronomy, Earth's history, and the Moon's impact on evolution and culture, blending science and history in engaging narrative.

4.1

1,667 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Theme
Environment

Space
Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2024

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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