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The Northern Lights: Secrets of the Aurora Borealis Paperback – April 1, 2009

by Syun-Ichi Akasofu (Author), Tricia Brown (Editor), Jack Finch (Contributor),
4.8 out of 5 stars 11
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Dr. Akasofu explains the solar-driven electromagnetic forces that produce the phenomenon, concisely sums up the state of auroral science today, and ponders aspects of the aurora still not understood. Secrets of the Aurora Borealis tracks the evolution of auroral research and presents peoples fearful and poetic reactions to the lights, as well as early northern explorers awe-inspired descriptions.
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  1. Print length
    192 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Alaska Northwest Books
  4. Publication date
    April 1, 2009
  5. Dimensions
    7.02 x 0.34 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0882407554
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0882407555
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Brown is a writer, editor, freelancer, program and book developer, journalist, quilter, mother, grandmother and wife. Her work has been nationally honored for compassionate, insightful depictations of Alaska natives and for children's literature. She began her award-winning literary career in journalism, and in 1984 was the founding editor of 'Heartland"", the Sunday magazine of the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner. Later she wrote for the Anchorgae Daily News, then shifted into editing the popular monthly magazine Alaska, with a readership of more than a quarter million. She holds a Bachelor's degree in journalism and a Master of Fine Arts degree.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Alaska Northwest Books; Reprint edition (April 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0882407554
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0882407555
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.02 x 0.34 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 11

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Edward R. Lilley
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and precise explanation of the Northern Lights
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2014
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Written clearly and in enough detail to give the average reader a good understanding of one of natures most beautiful subjects, the Northern Lights. Dr. Akasofu is a world renown researcher in this field and give you both a historical and scientific view. Well worth reading.
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S. Kane
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful photos
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2011
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I bought this book as my 7 year old daughter is fascinated by the Northern Lights. The pictures and photographs are amazing, and the legends and science facts in it are amazing. We love reading it together.
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robert touchon
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2016
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Starts slow but is an excellent biography.
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Carolyn Wilhelm
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful and informative
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2012
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We see northern lights in northern Minnesota and had many questions about them. This book had so many answers and awesome photos to help us understand the phenomenon. It makes a great gift.
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David Valdes
5.0 out of 5 stars Needed a quick way to study the Northern Lights.
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2013
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This book truly was a godsend as I need to become very aware of this phenomenon. The book helped and as easy to decipher.
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badssloumd
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book - amazing pictures!
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2016
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Beautiful book with amazing visuals and great pics!
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Cori J.
4.0 out of 5 stars Northern Lights book...
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2013
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Gave as a gift. Lovely pix and pretty detailed info. Is a delightful addition to any collection. Not super thick either.
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arvind kumar agarwal
5.0 out of 5 stars The northern lights
Reviewed in India on June 6, 2019
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Good book
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s. kossin
5.0 out of 5 stars Probably one of the best currently available on the subject
Reviewed in Canada on October 7, 2015
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Absolutely breathtaking photography with well-researched, scientific and historical background. Probably one of the best currently available on the subject.
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