Exploring the Secrets of the Aurora

The Aurora offers plenty of scientific data to explain. This book describes the history of the progress made in auroral science and magnetospheric physics by providing examples of ideas, controversies, struggles, acceptance, and success in some instances. It details the history of progress in auroral science and examples (right or wrong) of dealing with the controversies. In addition, it describes the history of pre-space age solar-terrestrial relations. The author, a distinguished auroral scientist, fully describes his experiences in characterizing and explaining auroral phenomena. The volume also includes beautiful full-color photos of the aurora.

Author: Syun-Ichi Akasofu
Publisher: Springer
Published: 07/31/2007
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780387450940