It Came from Outer Space Wearing an RAF Blazer!: A Fan's Biography of Sir Patrick Moore

This book presents the ultimate biography of one of the world's most famous amateur astronomers, Sir Patrick Moore. It discusses all aspects of his life and work, from his childhood and RAF service to his astronomical observations and his many publications.Author: Martin MobberleyPublisher: SpringerPublished: 08/05/2013Pages: 655Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 2.91lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.50dISBN13: 9783319006086ISBN10: 3319006088BISAC Categories:- Science | Space Science | Astronomy- Science | Study & Teaching- Social Science | Anthropology | Cultural & SocialAbout the AuthorMartin Mobberley holds a BSc in Electronic Engineering from Brunel University and worked as an electronics/software engineer for Marconi for 22 years. He is the author of eight practical astronomy books for Springer, as well as three small children's space books with Top That! Publishing. He has authored over 300 articles for Astronomy Now, The Journal of the British Astronomical Association, BBC Sky at N