Lights in the sky are some of nature's most fascinating spectacles. Early civilizations created myths to explain these phenomena, while scientists have studied them to find out what causes them. From the dazzling display of shooting stars to the mesmerizing dance of the northern lights, each volume in this series unravels the mysteries and magic of nature's light shows. Through the accessible main text, enhanced with engaging fact boxes and stunning full-color photographs, readers gain a deeper understanding of the science behind these visual displays as well as the history of humanity's attempts to comprehend them.