The Day the World Discovered the Sun

On June 3, 1769, the rare Venus Transit sparked a global race among superpowers to observe and measure this celestial event, aiming to expand our understanding of the solar system. Mark Anderson’s fast-paced narrative follows three daring expeditions—across the Arctic, the New World, and the Pacific—as they navigate perilous journeys in pursuit of scientific discovery. Culminating in a pivotal moment that broadens Earth's cosmic perspective, the story highlights humanity's enduring curiosity and quest to understand our place in the universe.