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'The best introduction to astronomy' Journal of the British Astronomical Association.
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This edition contains many new features, from explanations of dark matter and neutrinos to techniques of digital observing and photography. As well as giving an informative portrait of each element of the cosmos, the book provides superb star maps and sound advice on practical observing, making it an ideal choice for newcomers to astronomy. Sir Patrick's narrative is supremely clear, absorbing and entertaining, as he recounts the history of space exploration, describes the Solar System, stars and galaxies, and explains the latest theories on the origins of the Universe.This book is illustrated with hundreds of maps and diagrams, plus Sir Patrick's own selection of the best photographs from ground-based telescopes and the Hubble Space Telescope, along with spectacular images from nearly four decades of robotic exploration of the planets. Highlights of this new edition include an explanation of the extraordinary concepts that have shaken our picture of the Universe - dark matter and dark energy, as well as new strands of science that have emerged in recent years such as astrobiology and neutrino astronomy. An expanded practical section reflects the new era in amateur astronomy - affordable high-quality cameras and telescopes, computer control and image-processing have made astronomy accessible to millions of new enthusiasts.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'm not that keen on Patrick Moore as a presenter but this book is a marvel of clarity and concise information. The diagrams and sky maps are wonderfully informative and comprehensive. I'm one of those geeky people who appreciate all the minor but fascinating stuff, like the diagram which shows the orbits of transneptunian objects such as Sedna.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Superb and comprehensive review of astronomy for the beginner and experienced enthusiast alike. Written in Patrick's inimitable and accurate way with great enthusiasm for every little detail about the planets and constellations. No errors I could notice either.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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As someone who is interested in learning more about the Univserse, I picked this book up and haven't put it down since. It includes information on the Universe which anyone can understand, as well as real pictures and maps of the sky which can be used to find stars, planets and galaxies. A brilliant book which I highly recommend.
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Philip's Atlas of the Universe
I help to run an astronomical observatory and the one question I always hear on public open nights relates to where they can find a 'one-stop-shop' of astronomy. Read more
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I have never bought 2nd books befo re.....but the condition described was a very fair one. I wanted to find out a bit more about what solar systems were, what galaxies were, and... Read more
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This book is good because it has all of the constalations and the most information on planets.
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