Space.com Presents: Eclipses

Since humankind first began to study the skies, eclipses have fascinated and terrified astronomers in equal measure. Yet while it is easy to appreciate why many ancient civilisations viewed these awe-inspiring events as omens of disaster, thousands of years of closer examination have uncovered the science behind solar and lunar eclipses, and today we are able to predict them with incredible accuracy. However, it isn’t just Earth that can find itself cast into shadow: other planets also experience eclipses. You will discover everything you ever wanted to know about these rare celestial alignments, tour the surface of the Moon, examine the depths of the Sun and meet the pioneers who dedicated their lives to enhancing our understanding of the stars.