{"product_id":"bookxx-2","title":"Rare example of Agnes Giberne's beautifully-illustrated 19th century guide to astronomy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the first scientific publication by Agnes Giberne (1845-1939), known for her popular science writing, childrens' stories and historical fiction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Sun, Moon and Stars\" sold over 10,000 copies in its first five years, and a second edition was released in 1903.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare early example, published in 1888. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is beautifully written to meet the scientific standards of the day, but clear enough for a general audience. It is stunningly illustrated, with scientific and explanatory diagrams, as well as evocative colour plates showing astronomical phenomena as seen or imagined from Earthly and extra-terrestrial vantage points. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition commensurate with age. Some minor spotting and discolouration to certain pages, minor wear and tear to binding, but no significant blemishes or omissions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 20 x 14.5 x 3.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chloe's Curiosities","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56385181548921,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/3750\/4377\/files\/E083729B-55EE-4C5F-B0EA-2A3F89A29471.jpg?v=1766346861","url":"https:\/\/curiouschloe.com\/products\/bookxx-2","provider":"Chloe's Curiosities","version":"1.0","type":"link"}