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Astronomy
The handy size, copious illustrations, maps and charts, as well as the latest in astrophotography throughout . . . practically beg[s] astronomers to take [Stars and Planets] along to star parties.
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A new edition of the clearest, most authoritative guide to stars and planets you will find
From the planet Jupiter to a refracting telescope, discover all about the stars and planets in our solar system and the equipment you need to spot them.
Each of the planets is illustrated and described in incredible detail while the complex process of locating planets in the night sky is made simple through charts, maps and diagrams. You'll find star charts to help you to locate and identify constellations and individual stars. Interesting features in the sky are examined in a monthly guide, complemented by absorbing accounts of all 88 constellations and the objects they contain.
Perfect for beginners or intermediate astronomers and pocket-sized so you can take it outside.
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The night sky is one of the most beautiful sights in nature. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a classic Dorling Kindersley handbook:solid,glossy and very durable. You can thumb this to your hearts content and it will still keep its shape. A double-page spread is given to each planet with lots of facts and figures presented in a clear and colourful format. All 88 constellations are described in detail with the major items of interest to be found in each one. Sky-guides are provided for every month of the year as well.
There are some useful photographs of the constellations and the various astronomical objects they contain but I found some of these difficult to make out. Perhaps things are clearer in the field.
A well designed book that really does pack a lot in and the array of facts alone will please the astral trainspotters no end. The celestial hemispheres on the inside of the front and back covers are a nice finishing touch to an aesthetically pleasing as well as informative guide.
31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am one of those people who has trouble finding specific constellations, and is never quite sure whether I'm looking at Jupiter or Venus. I carry around little scraps of paper from the newspaper so I can figure out which planets are visible . . . but have a hard time reading the scraps in the dark.
With this book, I can see when and where each planet will appear through 2012. I can also get all the help I need to know what constellations are up there now, and which ones will be present when.
As a result, I can finally introduce the starry heavens in an appropriate way to younger people. I already know a lot about astronomy, but the night sky was beyond me. No longer! Whew!
Although my four children did not get much help with the heavens from me, the grandchildren will receive great benefits from this resource.
Even if you are good at identifying objects in the night sky, this book will be a valuable, convenient reference for you.
Enjoy the lore that our ancestors appreciated by seeing new aspects of the night-time sky!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Vinyl Bound
This is a beautiful book. great for someone getting started with Astronomy. Concepts simply explained. I got it as a present for my niece...then bought another copy because I wanted to re-read it myself. Good solid construction and full of great colour images.
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good for the beginner
Have got quite interested in the stars and planets so sent away for this book to learn more very happy with the book
Published 1 month ago by MRS N BIRNIE
Excellent
I have always had a passing interest in the stars and night sky but only recently taken the plunge and purchased a telescope. Read more
Published 2 months ago by dinosaur
thanks
thank you so fast and my little girl loves it!
Thank you so much.
Vanessa
everything you said and more!
Thank you so much.
Vanessa
everything you said and more!
Published 5 months ago by Ness
mmmmmmmmm.
the book arrived and it looked like a library book with the platic cover and it also was pretty old which was quite of putting.
Published 9 months ago by zomzom
excellent purchase
I bought this book after having read it once! It has everything you want to know as a beginner about stars and planets. Read more
Published 14 months ago by A. Chokkathukalam
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