Illustrated by Gregory Copeland
3 stars
A nice overview of what causes a solar eclipse as well as the basic movements of the earth and moon.
Straightforward information with simplified explanations.
I especially enjoyed the sections on how eclipses have been interpreted in different parts of the world throughout history and different ways of tracking the moon and the sun. Also covers safety practices during an eclipse.
Includes a timeline of events related to solar eclipses, a timeline of space-related events in world history, and a bibliography with additional resources.
Nice black-and-white illustrations help break up the text and give visuals on the principles discussed.
Overall, a nice read.