Who Owns The Moon

Author : Virgiliu Pop
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2008-11-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402091353

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Who Owns the Moon? by Virgiliu Pop Pdf

This work investigates the permissibility and viability of property rights on the - lestial bodies, particularly the extraterrestrial aspects of land and mineral resources ownership. In lay terms, it aims to ?nd an answer to the question “Who owns the Moon?” The ?rst chapter critically analyses and dismantles with legal arguments the issue of sale of extraterrestrial real estate, after having perused some of the trivial claims of celestial bodies ownership. The only consequence these claims have on the plane of space law is to highlight the need for a better regulation of extraterrestrial landed property rights. Next, thebook addresses theapparent silenceofthelawinthe?eldofextraterr- trial landed property, scrutinizing whether the factual situation on the extraterrestrial realms calls for legal regulations. The sources of law are examined in their dual dimension – that is, the facts that have caused and shaped the law of extraterrestrial real estate, and the norms which express this law. It is found that the norms and rules regarding property rights in the celestial realms are rather limited, failing to de?ne basic concepts such as celestial body.

Author : A. C. Grayling
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2024-03-07
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780861547265

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Who Owns the Moon? by A. C. Grayling Pdf

Silicon for microchips; manganese for batteries; titanium for missiles. The moon contains a wealth of natural resources. So, as the Earth’s supplies have begun to dwindle, it is no surprise that the world’s superpowers and wealthiest corporations have turned their eyes to the stars. As this new Space Race begins, A.C. Grayling asks: who, if anyone, owns the moon? Or Mars? Or other bodies in near space? And what do those superpowers and corporations owe to Planet Earth and its inhabitants as a whole? From feudal common land, through the rules of the sea, to the vast, nationless expanse of Antarctica, Grayling explores the history of the places which no one, and therefore everyone, owns. Examining the many ways this so-called terra nullius has fallen victim to ‘the tragedy of the commons’ – the tendency for communal resources to be exploited by a few individuals for personal gain at the expense of everyone else – Who Owns the Moon? puts forward a compelling argument for a bold new global consensus, one which recognises and defends the rights of everyone who lives on this planet.

Author : Tony Milligan
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2014-12-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781476618395

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Nobody Owns the Moon by Tony Milligan Pdf

Space exploration and off-world commercial activity engage the attention of both enthusiasts and skeptics. Despite differing opinions, what does seem clear is that such activity has increased and is set to expand further—and dramatically so—during the present century. This book explores some of the ethical issues of the emerging space frontier and evaluates the prospects for the medium-range future: Can terraforming of other worlds succeed? Would it be defensible? Should there be limits to mining in space? Do lifeless planets have an integrity that ought to be respected? Could indigenous microbacteria have intrinsic value? Do we have a duty to extend human life? The ethics of sending generation ships on interstellar journeys and the risks associated with seeding other worlds with rudimentary forms of life are also discussed. As exploration is as much about humanity as it is about space, the book concludes with a study of the connection between the sharing of a home planet and membership of a single moral community.

Author : H.G. Wells
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2005-03-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780141921068

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The First Men in the Moon by H.G. Wells Pdf

When penniless businessman Mr Bedford retreats to the Kent coast to write a play, he meets by chance the brilliant Dr Cavor, an absent-minded scientist on the brink of developing a material that blocks gravity. Cavor soon succeeds in his experiments, only to tell a stunned Bedford the invention makes possible one of the oldest dreams of humanity: a journey to the moon. With Bedford motivated by money, and Cavor by the desire for knowledge, the two embark on the expedition. But neither are prepared for what they find - a world of freezing nights, boiling days and sinister alien life, on which they may be trapped forever.

Author : Tohby Riddle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-10
Category : Donkeys
ISBN : 099438419X

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Nobody Owns the Moon by Tohby Riddle Pdf

Clive Prendergast lives successfully in the city, in a one-room apartment in a busy part of town. Humphrey works odd jobs and doesn't always have a fixed address. Nobody Owns the Moon is the story of their friendship. This modern classic picture book is timeless in its tale of belonging and community.

Author : Steven James
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Families
ISBN : 1562927442

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Gather Round the Dinner Fable by Steven James Pdf

God knows the tastiest way to serve up truth is with a little story. He knows we learn, think, remember, and communicate through stories. And He knows telling stories is the best way to impact us for eternity. Parables, fables, myths, and fairy tales have always been the most popular and effective way to share a spiritual or moral truth with the next generation because stories connect with both the head and the heart. They fly beneath our radar and move us closer to the place where we can encounter the truth. In Gather 'Round the Dinner Fable, kid-friendly parables and fables told in a witty and heartwarming style make learning biblical truths fun and memorable for the whole family.

Author : Tony Kearney
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2024-05-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781471641213

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Who Owns the Future? by Tony Kearney Pdf

Author : Robert A. Heinlein
Publisher : Baen Publishing Enterprises
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781625791900

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The Man Who Sold the Moon and Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein Pdf

Two classic Robert A. Heinlein novels in one volume, with an all-new Afterword by Mark L. Van Name, author of the Jon and Lobo military SF series. The Man Who Sold the Moon: D. D. Harriman is a billionaire with a dream: the dream of space for all mankind. The method? Anything that works. Maybe, in fact, Harriman goes too far. But he will give us the starsã Orphans of the Sky: Hugh had been taught that, according to the ancient sacred writings, the Ship was on a voyage to faraway Centaurus. But he also understood that this must be allegory for a voyage to spiritual perfection. After all, the real world was only metal corridors and nothing else, right? And then Hugh begins to suspect the truth. . . Two all-time classics from seven-time Hugo winner and Dean of Science Fiction, Robert A. Heinlein. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781411674547

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Unreal Estate - The Men who Sold the Moon by Anonim Pdf

Author : Stuart Banner
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-30
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780674020498

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Who Owns the Sky? The Struggle to Control Airspace from the Wright Brothers On by Stuart Banner Pdf

A collection of curious tales questioning the ownership of airspace and a reconstruction of a truly novel moment in the history of American law, Banner’s book reminds us of the powerful and reciprocal relationship between technological innovation and the law.

Author : Andy Weir
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780553448122

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Artemis by Andy Weir Pdf

The bestselling author of The Martian returns with an irresistible new near-future thriller—a heist story set on the moon. Jasmine Bashara never signed up to be a hero. She just wanted to get rich. Not crazy, eccentric-billionaire rich, like many of the visitors to her hometown of Artemis, humanity’s first and only lunar colony. Just rich enough to move out of her coffin-sized apartment and eat something better than flavored algae. Rich enough to pay off a debt she’s owed for a long time. So when a chance at a huge score finally comes her way, Jazz can’t say no. Sure, it requires her to graduate from small-time smuggler to full-on criminal mastermind. And it calls for a particular combination of cunning, technical skills, and large explosions—not to mention sheer brazen swagger. But Jazz has never run into a challenge her intellect can’t handle, and she figures she’s got the ‘swagger’ part down. The trouble is, engineering the perfect crime is just the start of Jazz’s problems. Because her little heist is about to land her in the middle of a conspiracy for control of Artemis itself. Trapped between competing forces, pursued by a killer and the law alike, even Jazz has to admit she’s in way over her head. She’ll have to hatch a truly spectacular scheme to have a chance at staying alive and saving her city. Jazz is no hero, but she is a very good criminal. That’ll have to do. Propelled by its heroine’s wisecracking voice, set in a city that’s at once stunningly imagined and intimately familiar, and brimming over with clever problem-solving and heist-y fun, Artemis is another irresistible brew of science, suspense, and humor from #1 bestselling author Andy Weir.

Author : Michael Byers
Publisher : Douglas & McIntyre
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781553654995

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Who Owns the Arctic? by Michael Byers Pdf

A topical and informed primer for the most urgent yet least understood geopolitical issue of our time; Arctic sovereignty. Who actually controls the Northwest Passage? Who owns the trillions of dollars of oil and gas beneath the Arctic Ocean? Which territorial claims will prevail those of the U.S., Russia, Canada or the Nordic nations and why? And, in an age of rapid climate change, how do we protect the fragile Arctic environment while seizing the economic opportunities presented by the rapidly melting sea ice? In the highly readable book Who Owns the Arctic, Michael Byers, a leading Arctic expert and international lawyer explains the sometimes contradictory rules governing the division and protection of the Arctic and the disputes that remain unresolved. What emerges is a vision for the Arctic in which co-operation, not conflict, prevails, and where the sovereignty of individual nations is exercised for the benefit of all.

Author : Grant Heiken,David Vaniman,Bevan M. French
Publisher : CUP Archive
Page : 792 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1991-04-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521334446

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Lunar Sourcebook by Grant Heiken,David Vaniman,Bevan M. French Pdf

The only work to date to collect data gathered during the American and Soviet missions in an accessible and complete reference of current scientific and technical information about the Moon.

Author : Maggie Aderin-Pocock
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781683356028

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The Book of the Moon by Maggie Aderin-Pocock Pdf

The BBC’s “face of space” explores all things lunar in this comprehensive guide to the folklore, facts, and possible futures of our only natural satellite. Have you ever wondered if there are seasons on the moon or if space tourism will ever become widely accessible? So has Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock, astronomer and host of the BBC’s docuseries, The Sky at Night. In this lucidly written guide, Aderin-Pocock takes readers on a fascinating lunar journey. Aderin-Pocock begins with a basic overview—unpacking everything from the moon’s topography and composition to its formation and orbit around the Earth. She examines beliefs held by ancient civilizations, the technology that allowed for the first moon landing, a brief history of moongazing, and how the moon has influenced culture throughout the years. Looking to the future, she delves into the pros and cons of continued space travel and exploration. Throughout the book are sidebars, graphs, and charts to enhance the facts as well as black-and-white illustrations of the moon and stars.

Author : Klaus Lanz,Christian Rentsch
Publisher : Lars Muller Publishers
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2006-09-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UOM:49015003153245

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Who Owns the Water? by Klaus Lanz,Christian Rentsch Pdf

"The shortage of fresh, clean water,” states a report by the Human Rights Commission, "is the greatest danger to which mankind has ever been exposed.” It is only thanks to water and its mysterious qualities that life on earth is possible at all. Without water there would be no food, no clothing, there would not even be the ink the Bill of Rights was written with. Who owns the Water? discusses the phenomenon of water, marvels at its uniqueness and addresses the dangers and opportunities water offers to life. The book looks at the most important questions about providing drinking water and producing food, but also deals with water as a destructive force, and investigates the chemical qualities of the molecule. Who owns the Water? points out the risks of unlimited privatization of water, and records how dependence on water is exploited. Committed picture sequences and detailed texts explain how water can belong to no one, but has to be treated responsibly and held in appropriate esteem by the whole of mankind.