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Pierre Sokolsky, "The Clock in the Sun: How We Came to Understand Our Nearest Star" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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From Cosmic Rays to The Clock in the Sun

This chapter chronicles the speaker's transition from a career in particle and cosmic ray astrophysics to writing 'The Clock in the Sun,' a semi-popular science book. It explores the historical, philosophical, and cultural dimensions of solar science, detailing significant milestones in astronomy, including the works of Galileo and ancient Chinese astronomers. Moreover, the chapter connects these historical insights to contemporary issues like climate change, emphasizing the sun's vital role in Earth's energy dynamics.

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