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Urban Legends from Space: The Biggest Myths About Space Demystified Paperback – October 15, 2019

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Fun, Outrageous Space Stories, Debunked!

In this Internet age where science fiction masquerades as fact, even the most rational person might find themselves wondering: Could NASA have faked the moon landings? Are we sure the government isn’t using chemtrails to experiment on people? And did NASA really spend millions on “space pens”?

Urban Legends from Space cuts through the fog of myth to bring the truth behind these questions, and 48 other celestial legends, out into the open. In examining the shaky claims behind these many misconceptions and taking us step-by-step through the concrete evidence that contradicts them, expert Bob King debunks each myth and exposes the scientific truth at its core. Along the way, King offers us the tools we need to become more discerning observers of the world around us and more responsible sharers of information overall.

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    October 15, 2019
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“In our age of misinformation and fake news, this book is the antidote. Bob takes on one cosmic myth at a time, and in the process he delivers a practical guide to observing and understanding our fascinating universe.”
―Monica Young, news and web editor, Sky & Telescope

“Bob sets the record straight with easy-to-understand science-based explanations, and
his delightfully entertaining and knowledgeable insights.”
―Nancy Atkinson, science journalist and author of Eight Years to the Moon

“With his unique style, Bob addresses a number of false beliefs, unveiling their weak points and giving you a chance to discover and understand what is around you. This book will be your anchor in the sometimes rough sea of modern global information.”
―Gianluca Masi, astrophysicist and founder of the Virtual Telescope Project

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From chem trails to black holes and supernovas, misinformation about space travels faster than the speed of light. Even the facts we take for granted?like the earth spins once every 24 hours and you can see the Great Wall of China from space?are not as true as one would think. Urban Legends from Space helps you to tell science fiction from science fact. Whether or not you?re into sci-fi or SpaceX, you?ve probably called a meteor a ?falling star? and think astronauts float around in space stations because there?s no gravity. Bob King, author of Wonders of the Night Sky and writer for Sky & Telescope magazine, explains the truth behind myths of navigation and landmarks, celestial bodies and government conspiracies. Compasses don?t always point north; the sun isn?t yellow and Galileo didn?t invent the telescope. King explains why some people believed they found Bigfoot on Mars and many other myths?and provides us with concrete evidence to put those misconceptions to bed. No matter what you think you know, there?s something new King can teach you about our universe.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Page Street Publishing (October 15, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1624148964
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1624148965
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.44 x 0.54 x 8.32 inches
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Thanks for stopping by! I've enjoyed the night sky and astronomy since childhood and love to share my passion through public observing, speaking and writing. I grew up in Illinois but have lived in Duluth, Minn. for many years.

I'm the photo editor at the Duluth News Tribune and specialize in capturing moments and stories about people, but when the sun goes down you'll often find me out at night photographing the northern lights or fireflies.

Besides my two books, "Night Sky with the Naked Eye" and "Wonders of the Night Sky You Must See Before You Die," I write a frequently updated astronomy blog called Astro Bob and teach community education astronomy at our local planetarium. I also write for Sky & Telescope and Universe Today.

May you always find inspiration in the stars!

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  • R. ODonnell
    4.0 out of 5 stars Science deniers need not apply
    Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2019
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    I don't think the title is correct in that these aren't really urban legends. They are more conspiracy theories and false information than anything else. That being said, science deniers (and there are more than you think) will have a counter explanation for everything in this book - each one based on false information and beliefs.

    Bob King does an excellent job of explaining the science behind the actual facts in a way that is understandable without being preachy. I feel like this book is geared to older teens and young adults. Hopefully, by reading this book, at least one person who isn't sure about one of the subjects will be convinced by science and hard evidence.

    Fairly easy to read, though it didn't hold my interest as well as I hoped. Most of the information I already knew, so maybe that was my problem.

    Lots of subjects are covered, one per chapter. They encompass everything from the moon landing to galaxies to solar eclipses. In each one, Mr. King gives the false theory then proceeds to debunk it with easy to understand scientific explanations.

    I hope this book sways some unbelievers, but knowing several of them (including a state representative who believes in chemtrails) I'm not holding my breath.

    I recommend this book.
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  • KNDY
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book from Bob King giving everyone the 411 on the biggest myths about space
    Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2020
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    From Bob King, "Astro Bob" blogger and author of "Wonders of the Night Sky You Muse See Before You Die" and "Night Sky with the Naked Eye" comes his book "Urban Legends from Space: The Biggest Myths About Space Demystified".

    For anyone interested in astrology, there are a lot of myths and while there are those that are quite obvious, unfortunately there are things that people have a hard time believing.

    For one, "The Earth is Flat". There are those who still believe the Earth is flat even in today's modern society and current technology, there are conspiracy theorists who will argue that the planet is flat.

    For me, I enjoy reading King taking on subjects such as:

    - Galaxies are so far away they might not be even there anymore
    - Black Holes Suck
    - Matter is Either Solid, Liquid or Gas
    - You Can Hear Sounds in Outer Space
    - Solar Eclipses Produce Rays that Will Blind You
    - The Sun will One Day Exploded as a Nova
    - The Nemesis Death Star Exists and Causes Mass Extinctions
    - Asteroids are the Remains of a Destroyed Planet
    - Dust Storms on Mars are powerful Enough to Destroy a Manned Base

    And these are just a few things which Bob King features in the book.

    Overall, this is such an information and insightful, but also fascinating book. Written to be understood by everyone, not a difficult read and a book that I definitely recommend!
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  • TammyJo Eckhart
    3.0 out of 5 stars What's an Urban Legend
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2020
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    For a book that wants to correct scientific misinformation, it is disappointing that the title misuses the term "urban legend." Instead, these are conspiracy theories at worse to basic poor education at best about matters related to the planet Earth, what we call our Moon, other bodies in our solar system, and other interstellar topics. The science in the short essays is great (I read it with my Physicist hubby), but if the goal is to educate those who are not scientifically educated, the book has several problems.

    The first is that the "legends" are often quickly brush over so that the bulk of the 41 essays can focus on the science and the history of the science. This was not objectively convincing because the incorrect idea isn't referenced enough for someone who might believe it in the first place.

    The second problem is the tone of the text. It read to me as a non-scientist to be condescending from the choices of words, to the repeated information, and to the previous problem of not returning to the misinformation enough. The essays varied in their tones so some were better than others at being convincing.

    The result is a book more for scientists and lay scientists to enjoy but I don't think it will change any flat-earthers minds.
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  • It's Just Me
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great geeky writing style; tiny print
    Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2019
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    This is written in a somewhat old fashioned, geeky writing style sometimes found in astronomy magazines. It’s a bit more straight-laced than, for example, Neil deGrasse Tyson’s writing, which is more conversational. I enjoy both styles, but would point out that Tyson’s writing is probably more appealing to those who are less of the geeky science nerd type. More for those who related to the guys on The Big Bang Theory, such as myself. (I enjoy both of these writing styles.)

    This book is probably for those who don’t know much about astronomy, as most of the questions are quite basic. King offers thorough, comprehensible answers. It would be useful if the publisher had used a larger font size though, as the print is tiny!

    But that’s JustMe.
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