Modern scientist vs. 1600s scientist: Moon landing | The Royal Society

Did you know the first Moon landing occurred in 1638? 🚀 (At least in the imagination!) Modern planetary scientist Dr Suzie Imber critiques John Wilkins's incredible 17th c. book on space travel with help of Royal Society librarian Keith Moore and readings by Lemn Sissay.

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