When the heavens dance. (auroras)

From: Weatherwise | Date: December 1, 1995| Author: De Wire, Elinor | Copyright information

Auroras have inspired people from many cultures because of their graceful forms and wondrous colors. This electrical atmospheric phenomenon has been variously likened to dancing gods, the armor of heavenly warriors and a celestial game played with the head of a walrus.

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