Aurora by Melanie Windridge
The beautiful aurorae, or northern lights, are the stuff of legends. The ancient stories of the Sami people warn that if you mock the lights they will seize you, and their mythical appeal continues to capture the hearts and imagination of people across the globe.‘Captivating’ Nature
‘Spell-binding … a brilliant blend of auroral science, polar exploration, Sami heritage and folklore … full of wonders’ The Simple Things
‘Her greatest strength is her ability to illuminate science for the lay person.’ Literary Review
‘Her enthusiasm for all things aurora is, ultimately, infectious and there will be something of interest here for anyone with even a passing curiosity in this remarkable natural phenomenon’ The Times Literary Supplement
Dr Melanie Windridge is a plasma physicist, lecturer and writer with a taste for adventure. She has a PhD in fusion energy and is Business Development Manager for fusion start-up Tokamak Energy, as well as working in education with the Ogden Trust, Anturus and Your Life. Melanie loves the mountains and believes science and exploration go hand in hand.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780008156091 |
| ISBN 10 | 0008156093 |
| Title | Aurora |
| Author | Melanie Windridge |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2016-02-25 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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