The moon has been an important subject in English poetry dating back to Chaucer in the 14th century, who was an astronomer as well as a poet. There is a crater on the far side of the moon named for Chaucer.
At this time of year, midway between the autumn equinox and winter solstice, the stars Vega, Altair and Deneb are positioned high in the south at twilight.
The instruments scientists have designed to bring human eyes and perception to the edges of our solar system and into the cosmos are contributing to our capacity for knowledge, awe and connection to the natural world beyond ourselves.