Time and Tide: A Romance of the Moon

In this charmingly spoken volume, a 19th‑century astronomer takes the listener on a two‑part lecture series originally presented before the London Institution. He sets out to explain the theory of tidal evolution, showing how the Moon’s pull has shaped our planet from the earliest ages. Blending rigorous science with poetic imagination, the speaker treats the Moon not only as a celestial body but as a romantic partner in Earth’s long story.

The narrative walks back through the ages, from the grand empires of Greece and Rome, through the fossil‑rich Jurassic seas, to the dimmest moments when life first flickered on a young world. By weaving geological milestones with clear astronomical insight, the talks illuminate how tides have guided climates, coastlines, and even the development of life itself. Listeners who enjoy a thoughtful mix of history, physics, and lyrical description will find the lectures both enlightening and captivating.