The moon, which is our nearest neighbour in space, has always fascinated human beings and has exerted a kind of spell over poets throughout history. We now understand much more about the moon scientifically, but it also remains a site of wonder, where we project many of our deepest fears and longings. This course explores what the moon has meant to us across the centuries, and how we depend on it in many ways. We'll look at varied perspectives on the moon through the medium of poetry, primarily, but also make connections to observation and knowledge of the moon in different historical periods and cultures. No special knowledge required but you are welcome to bring your own moon poems to the last session!