The World At Night: Spectacular Photographs Of The Night Sky

The World at Night by Babak Tafreshi

Experience the serene and mystical beauty of our planet after dark with The World at Night, a breath-taking visual celebration of the night sky. Curated by Babak Tafreshi, an award-winning National Geographic photographer and founder of The World at Night (TWAN) program, this volume brings together the work of over 40 world-class photographers from 25 countries to reveal the splendour of the heavens as seen from Earth's most iconic locations.

Product Highlights

Global Gallery: Features over 200 spectacular photographs—many previously unseen—capturing nightscapes across all seven continents, from the darkest places on Earth to bustling world heritage sites

Unified Vision: Organized around the theme "One People, One Sky," the book showcases landmarks of all nations and religions under a single, eternal roof of stars, emphasizing the shared nature of humanity

Expert Commentary: Includes insightful text on the science of astronomy, the history of the landmarks pictured, and the cultural significance of the night sky throughout human history

Photography Guide: Features a specialist guide to night-sky photography, offering professional tips and techniques to help you capture your own stunning images of the heavens

The World at Night highlights the beauty of natural darkness while addressing the growing global threat of light pollution, inspiring readers to reconnect with and preserve the "forgotten half" of our environment.

Technical Specifications

Author/Curator: Babak Tafreshi

Format: Hardback

Page Count: 240

Dimensions: 25cm x 20cm x 2.5cm