How I killed Pluto and why it had it coming
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Brown, Mike, 1965-
Published
New York : Spiegel & Grau, 2010.
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
xiii, 267 pages : 1 ill. ; 21 cm.
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 15
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Atascadero Library - Adult Nonfiction
523.4922
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LC Subjects
Discoveries in science -- Anecdotes.
Planets.
Pluto (Dwarf planet)
Solar system.

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Published
New York : Spiegel & Grau, 2010.
Format
Book
Edition
1st ed.
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
UG
Level 7.9, 15 Points

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Includes index.
Description
The astronomer who inadvertently triggered the "demotion" of Pluto in his effort to officially recognize the solar system's tenth planet describes the ensuing debates and public outcry while revealing the behind-the-scenes story of his discovery.

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