Sir Patrick Moore passed away today, aged 89. Through his many, many books, and TV programmes like
The Sky at Night, he became Britain’s foremost populariser of astronomy. It’s safe to say he’s inspired several generations of scientists, showing us the poignant beauty of the heavens and incredible excitement of space exploration, all in his own, unique way.
I have a particularly fond memory of him...
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