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written by
Andrew Fraknoi
published by
the Astronomical Society of the Pacific
The guide covers the scientific understanding of the Moon as a world, the appearance of the Moon, and tips for observing the Moon. It is written for educators, amateur astronomers, and anyone with an interest in the Earth's natural satellite. It also suggests a few ways to learn more about the Moon in popular culture and historical events.
<a href="https://www.compadre.org/astronomy/items/detail.cfm?ID=9530">Fraknoi, Andrew. The Moon: A Resource Guide. San Francisco: Astronomical Society of the Pacific, September 28, 2009.</a>
A. Fraknoi, The Moon: A Resource Guide (Astronomical Society of the Pacific, San Francisco, 2009), <http://aspbooks.org/a/volumes/article_details/?paper_id=32067>.
Fraknoi, A. (2009, September 28). The Moon: A Resource Guide. Retrieved April 30, 2025, from Astronomical Society of the Pacific: http://aspbooks.org/a/volumes/article_details/?paper_id=32067
Fraknoi, Andrew. The Moon: A Resource Guide. San Francisco: Astronomical Society of the Pacific, September 28, 2009. http://aspbooks.org/a/volumes/article_details/?paper_id=32067 (accessed 30 April 2025).
Fraknoi, Andrew. The Moon: A Resource Guide. San Francisco: Astronomical Society of the Pacific, 2009. 28 Sep. 2009. 30 Apr. 2025 <http://aspbooks.org/a/volumes/article_details/?paper_id=32067>.
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