Subtitle: Visiting Astronomy
and Space Exploration Sites across America Author:
Duane S. Nickell Subject: Travel, Science Paper ISBN: 978-0-8135-4374-1 Pages:
256 pages Publication
Date: October
2008 Series: Scientific
Traveler
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“Duane Nickell has created a superbly original and intriguing
book with Guidebook for the
Scientific Traveler. The Scientific Traveler
concept is unique, yet so simple, it leaves you wondering why it hasn't
been thought up before.”
—Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist, American Museum of Natural
History, and author of Death By Black Hole and Other Cosmic
Quandaries
"For all the astronauts-at-heart out there, Duane Nickell's
book is an invitation to travel to sites across America that remind us
of our country's wonderful accomplishments in exploring outer space as
well as our humble place in the universe. Highly recommended for
families and educators alike."—Buzz Aldrin, astronaut
on the Apollo 11 Lunar Mission
"Nickell's relaxed and intimate writing style brings the
reader along on fascinating personal journeys to a wide variety of
ancient and modern science-related sites. You don’t have to be a
science enthusiast to enjoy visiting this intriguing cross-section of
diverse destinations."—Francis French, author of Into
That Silent Sea and In the Shadow of the Moon
"All travel is a form of education and, with luck, can be a
true adventure as well. Let me recommend Duane Nickell's
beautiful and educational guide book for the scientific traveler.
Without question, excursions to the locations he suggests would be
terrific fun, a real-life journey to the stars."—Joe Allen, astronaut
Description:
Finding all the
fascinating scientific sites to visit throughout America can be a
daunting task. This guidebook does all the work for you. The first in a
series of travel books that will celebrate science and technology in
America, Guidebook for the Scientific Traveler describes
astronomy
and space-related museums and attractions that conventional travel
guides tend to ignore. So, gas up the car, grab some snacks for the
road, and get started on the voyage.
Written in clear, easy-to-read language, Guidebook for the
Scientific Traveler lists more than 50 of the most important and
intriguing astronomical and space-related sites in the United States.
The book encompasses both popular and obscure places of interest, all
of which are open to the public. Grouping the attractions by theme—such
as Native American astronomy, optical and radio telescopes, NASA and
space exploration, and space rocks—Duane S. Nickell provides a
scientific and historical overview of each theme followed by detailed
descriptions of the related sites within that theme. With over 40
illustrations, the book gives readers a visual understanding of what
they will experience at most of the sites. For those readers who want
to use the book as a trip planner, Nickell also includes a
state-by-state listing of the attractions and identifies “must-see”
exhibits at many of the space museums featured.
Travelers and
armchair tourists alike will be entertained by the
illustrations and scientific descriptions of these “out of this world”
attractions.
Perfect for
science and astronomy enthusiasts
Contains
detailed visitorinformation on each site
Includes over
50 of the top astronomy and space-related sites
Filled with
interesting descriptions of all sites
Over 40
photographs
State-by-state
appendix
About the Author:
Duane S.
Nickell teaches physics at Franklin Central High School in
Indianapolis, Indiana, and is an associate faculty member at Indiana
University/Purdue University at Indianapolis. He is the winner of the
Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching,
the nation’s highest honor for science and mathematics teachers.
