Total eclipse of the sun

In a total solar eclipse, the difference between 92% and 100% is everything. At 92% the sky goes a bit weird and those with glasses see a small solar crescent. Curmudgeons remain unimpressed. At 95% the solar disc is still aflame but sunset appears to be approaching early. At 98% the daylight dims and, if you're watching safely, the crescent shrinks to a toenail. At 99% the horizon darkens,…