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"Philip's Stargazing 2011" is a concise guide to the northern night sky, helping starwatchers to see the year's most fascinating events, whether observing with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope. The guide is suitable for use between latitudes 40N and 60N, including Britain and Ireland, Europe as far south as Rome, and Canada and the northern USA as far south as Philadelphia. Each chapter (one for each month of the year) has a colour star map, created by Wil Tirion, showing the positions and phases of the Moon, the positions of the planets, and other useful information. Each month also includes a constellation described in detail; special events during the month, such as eclipses; a featured astronomical object, usually a deep-sky target; plus, an astrophotograph, with details of how it was taken. The Solar System Almanac explains the movement of the planets, with particular attention paid to their positions in 2011. Solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers and comets are also described. Exploring the Deep Sky provides a list of recommended deep-sky objects. The observer can use the monthly charts to discover which constellations are on view, and then use this information to plan deep-sky observing. The book concludes with an Equipment Review. Here Robin Scagell, author of Philip's Stargazing with a Telescope, provides a round-up of what's new in observing technology, from the latest brands of telescope to the best webcams.
About the Author
Heather Couper is a past President of both the British Astronomical Association and the Society for Popular Astronomy. She is a Fellow of both the Royal Astronomical Society and the Institute of Physics, and a former Millennium Commissioner, for which she was awarded the CBE in 2007. Nigel Henbest has been Astronomy Consultant to New Scientist magazine, Editor of the Journal of the British Astronomical Association, and Media Consultant to the Royal Greenwich Observatory.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have often looked to the sky and wondered at the stars. As a complete novice I bought this book just before Christmas and had a good flick through it. Now month to month I am looking more carefully and can already recognise and look forward to so much! I really must go now as Venus, the ruler of my star sign is coming into view over the next couple of months and I really need to see the rings of Saturn too...so much to do and so little time! An excellent introduction to the night sky!
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Essentially user friendly. I can't be without it. Especially good for planets and special events
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Perfect for the beginner. The month by month approach allows you to concentrate on what's going on in the stars NOW rather than overloading you with info not relevant for months. The star maps are easy to follow.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A must have for a beginner............
Having been into astronomy for a little over 4 months, i can honestly say that this book is one of my favourites for a month by month view of what is going on, it is just like a... Read more
Published 11 months ago by GazofCorra
Where are the stars
It looks ok but unfortunately I cannot really comment as it has been cloudy for at least the last ten days.
Published 15 months ago by Mr. Neil Barker
The Night Sky Revealed
The idea of Stargazing as a pursuit has certainly gained in popularity recently and this book is ideal in helping you learn your way around the Night Sky showing the constellations... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Dr. M. Mannion
My mum loves these books
I buy these books for my mum every year. Shes really into her stargazing she also uses the Philips Planishere. She says they are really easy to follow and very interesting.
Published 17 months ago by Helen
Delighted with book
Was absolutely delighted with this book. My son had received a telescope for Xmas and this book has made it simple to pick out all the relevant constellations from his bedroom... Read more
Published 17 months ago by cairns
Easy
A real novices guide to the stars. Exactly what I was looking for and shows in clearly defined illustrations what to look for and when. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mrs. S. Tarbuck
Impressions of "Stargazing 2011"
This title is my preferred choice on the subject.I have purchased it in several previous years and it continues to provide comprehensive information in an easily assimilable form... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Robert Allsop
Amateur Astronomer
The Stargazing Chart/Guide arrived in very quick time and in excellent condition. I havnt had a chance to use it in the field yet but am looking forword to trying it over the Xmas... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Skarthi
Excellent for a beginner!
I am new to the night sky and this has made an excellent starting point. I cant imagine a better way of starting out if you think you might be interested in astronomy. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Retro
birthday present
Bought the book as a birthday present. It contains info I'd want to know about the stars in the Northern hemisphere and celestial events in 2011.
Published 19 months ago by Doug Mansell
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