Celebrate Tombaugh's Discovery of Pluto with 50% Off

Feb. 18th marks the discovery of Pluto back in 1930.

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Reg. $13.95 Save 50% with coupon CLYDE50 Buy Now Clyde Tombaugh:  Discoverer of Planet Pluto By David H. Levy Clyde Tombaugh is one of the best-known astronomers - amateur or professional - of the last century.  Although famous for his discovery of Pluto on February 18, 1930,  Tombaugh left his mark on many areas of astronomical discovery, from comets to variable stars to superclusters to galaxies.  David Levy's biography of this planet hunter includes aspects of Tombaugh's life that may surprise readers who know him only for finding Pluto.  Based on interviews with Tombaugh and his colleagues, friends and family, this book also draws on the scientific record to offer a thorough account of the life of one astronomy's most important figures. Here's what some online reviewers had to say about this book: • "A great read. Highly recommend to anyone into astronomy and history of Clyde Tombaugh." - Ronald Zincone Photography • "A very good book and Levy did a great job on the subject. A++ all the way." - Pendragon • "As an amateur astronomer of 40 years I loved this book. An easy read. Can be read in one day but DONT. Take your time and enjoy it. I like the pictures too. Best one is older Clyde with his eyes closed petting his cat Pluto. Shear contentment and love." - Thomas Erickson February 18th marks the anniversary of the discovery of Pluto.  Celebrate with 50% savings on the biography of its discoverer, Clyde Tombaugh.  Use Promo Code CLYDE50 at checkout.