The moon is a mysterious cosmic neighbor that has fascinated us for ages: How did it form? Why does it only show us one side, and how does it influence the oceans? Does its bright light drive us to madness? And what does the first moon landing 50 years ago mean for humanity and research? Renowned astrophysicist Ben Moore is a moon expert who has been studying the bright orb in the night sky for many years. In his new biography about the moon, he combines the cultural history of the moon with key facts and the latest scientific findings, illustrating how central this celestial body has always been to humanity and how profoundly it impacts our everyday lives.