--- product_id: 17237782 title: "Craters of the Near Side Moon" price: "240.27 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17237782-craters-of-the-near-side-moon store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Craters of the Near Side Moon **Price:** 240.27 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Craters of the Near Side Moon - **How much does it cost?** 240.27 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17237782-craters-of-the-near-side-moon) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The main 'wow-factor' when viewing the Moon through any telescopic device is its craters. Coming in all shapes and sizes, their existence bare testament to the Moon's history and formation, and a unique view into their dynamic effects on the lunar surface. In Craters of the Near Side Moon you will find 662 referenced craters in highly-resolved images taken by cameras onboard the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. All craters are shown from an earth-based perspective, accompanied by an aerial, topographical view (some ~ 500 additional images) showing their positions, and any other sub-craters (over 5000 listed) related to them. All 662 craters are discussed from a geological perspective and the features to look for, along with suggested times in when best to view them. Most importantly, every crater, and sub-crater, has the latest official size , latitude and longitude coordinates as laid down by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) . Three-quarters of the 662 craters discussed also include a second high-rez aerial representation from a different perspective view in both lighting and detail; giving the observer that extra bit of information required. The craters are listed alphabetically for ease of finding, while a list of other features, such as, rilles to ridges to maria and mountains...etc., is given at the book's end (again, with official IAU designations). Craters of the Near Side Moon will certainly suit both the amateur and professional astronomer alike, as well as a detailed reference for both the scientist and journalist who require instant, correct data about specific craters & features on the Moon. Availability: desertcart, or through your local Bookstore (quote Title, ISBN's below). For an animated version of what's inside the cover, type Craters of the Near Side Moon in YouTube. This book is one in the trilogy of books about craters and features found on the Moon (for more, see Craters of the Far Side Moon and Features of the Near Side Moon (Second Edition) ). Review: Lunar Delight for Beginner, Amateurs and Seasoned Lunar Observers - Our closest celestial body deserves many good books covering its features and geology. This books does not disappoint in that category. I doubt that anyone who look at the moon does not wonder about its features which have always been a source of fascination, is it a Man on the Moon, or a Rabbit or some other mystical creature? In reality it has always been the moon's craters and other surface features doing their daily Shadow Dancing in the Sunlight as the Moon changes Phase. This book is your guide to 662 of those prominent craters and companion Sub-craters (around 5000) and I believe it will be a valuable companion to anyone who want to explore the magic of the Moon near side. Most of the lunar features are visible with a Good Pair of Binoculars or even a cheap department store Telescope. Features: - Guide Maps of the Moon showing each Quadrant and its prominent features. - Guide Maps of the Limbs, Nearside, Far-side, North and South Poles. - Moon Phases covering 2014 up to 2018. - Alphabetical list of the Craters and their other companion sub-craters o Location for easy finding, Map, Long and Latitude table. o General Description and unique features. o Earth-based perspective Image o Aerial, topographical Image. What can be done better? The cover and binding of the Book are terrible considering its thickness and that it will be used as a viewing reference on possibly many nights. Maybe divide the Book into possibly 4 smaller Booklets in Alphabetical order and use more sturdy binding and material or such as Spiral-bound. Conclusion: This is a Wonderful book and deserves a good sturdy finishing to withstand those Cold Viewing Nights. I will give it 5 Stars because content wise it deserves it. Review: A Gold Mine for Lunar Obervers - This is an awesome reference book for serious lunar observers. I have been observing the Moon for over 50 years and it is the very helpful not so much for it's limited descriptions of the craters but for it's wonderful images of the craters at different scales. I was surprised how inexpensive the book was considering it appears to be self published and printed in the U.S. Great buy! Thank you John Moore for creating such a great reference book! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #3,423,130 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4,436 in Astronomy (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 38 Reviews | ## Images ![Craters of the Near Side Moon - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/716uAxWMMSL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lunar Delight for Beginner, Amateurs and Seasoned Lunar Observers *by B***E on August 27, 2014* Our closest celestial body deserves many good books covering its features and geology. This books does not disappoint in that category. I doubt that anyone who look at the moon does not wonder about its features which have always been a source of fascination, is it a Man on the Moon, or a Rabbit or some other mystical creature? In reality it has always been the moon's craters and other surface features doing their daily Shadow Dancing in the Sunlight as the Moon changes Phase. This book is your guide to 662 of those prominent craters and companion Sub-craters (around 5000) and I believe it will be a valuable companion to anyone who want to explore the magic of the Moon near side. Most of the lunar features are visible with a Good Pair of Binoculars or even a cheap department store Telescope. Features: - Guide Maps of the Moon showing each Quadrant and its prominent features. - Guide Maps of the Limbs, Nearside, Far-side, North and South Poles. - Moon Phases covering 2014 up to 2018. - Alphabetical list of the Craters and their other companion sub-craters o Location for easy finding, Map, Long and Latitude table. o General Description and unique features. o Earth-based perspective Image o Aerial, topographical Image. What can be done better? The cover and binding of the Book are terrible considering its thickness and that it will be used as a viewing reference on possibly many nights. Maybe divide the Book into possibly 4 smaller Booklets in Alphabetical order and use more sturdy binding and material or such as Spiral-bound. Conclusion: This is a Wonderful book and deserves a good sturdy finishing to withstand those Cold Viewing Nights. I will give it 5 Stars because content wise it deserves it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Gold Mine for Lunar Obervers *by M***I on August 27, 2015* This is an awesome reference book for serious lunar observers. I have been observing the Moon for over 50 years and it is the very helpful not so much for it's limited descriptions of the craters but for it's wonderful images of the craters at different scales. I was surprised how inexpensive the book was considering it appears to be self published and printed in the U.S. Great buy! Thank you John Moore for creating such a great reference book! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An incredibly valuable reference book *by M***S on August 30, 2021* I keep this book by my side to look up craters referenced in other books. The telescopic and vertical views of each crater are extremely valuable. This is a great reference book that should be in any selenophile's library. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17237782-craters-of-the-near-side-moon](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17237782-craters-of-the-near-side-moon) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-10*