Description
Step into the wonders of the night sky with astronomer and ‘Chief Aurora Chaser’ Tom Kerss.
In this inspiring talk, Kerss takes audiences on a tour of seven of the most spectacular celestial events, from the mesmerising Aurora Borealis to dramatic solar and lunar eclipses, including this August’s eagerly anticipated event. Kerss blends ancient mythology, modern science, vivid storytelling and stunning astrophotography to bring the skies to life.
Discover how these extraordinary sights have shaped human curiosity for centuries, and how many can be experienced without travelling far from home.
About the Academic
Tom Kerss
Tom Kerss is an astronomer and the author of numerous best-selling books about the night sky for both adults and children. Having once been based at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, and with a background in astrophysics and spacecraft engineering, he now shares his passion for the stars with people all over the world. He is a renowned astronomy and space expert with frequent appearances across international media, and a consultant for projects in both the arts and sciences. Kerss is a seasoned astrotourism professional, working as an aurora-chaser and eclipse-chaser. He has spent extensive time in the Arctic, witnessing thousands of Northern Lights displays, and travelled to far-flung places in search of the darkest skies on Earth, documenting eclipses and teaching astrophotography in countries such as the Maldives, Namibia, Chile and Guatemala.
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