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A beginner's comprehensive guide to the stars, presenting the constellations in shapes that correspond sensibly to their names. Includes forty charts of the skies through the seasons.
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THIS BOOK is meant for people who want to know just enough about the stars to be able to go out at night and find the major constellations, for the mere pleasure of it. Read the first page
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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54 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the best you will find to introduce you to the night sky and the constellations. It is also the best explanation of celestial mechanics (seasons, tides, phases of the moon, planet movements, etc) I have seen anywhere. I've used this book so much I've had to buy it three times.
39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What is unique about this books approach is that he connects up the stars in the constellations to look like that which they are supposed to represent. This makes his pictures memorable and fun. After browsing to 30 or 40 titles dealing with same subject, this absolute beginner was convinced of the worthiness of this approach, and the book has stood the test of time ('in the field') for me. Couldn't be more lucid. Not only will you be able to identify constellations, but understand their movements, the seasons, lunar cycles... Maybe not quite enough info. for the anoraks out there, but for children and greensticks like me, I don't know anything better.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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This is a very clearly written book,easy to use and understand. I really enjoy the way this is written and illustrated, with clear diagrams, and often mythological tales, which accompany detailed descriptions and guidleines to finding constellations in both hemispheres. I have remembered lots from it and can now spot quite a few constellations even without the aid of the book. I think this is one of the best books available despite its age, I have never found one better and still love it even after owning a copy for about 15 years.
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Brilliant book
This is a brilliant book for all those wanting to know more about the stars and how to identify the constellations, easy to follow and inspiring. Good for all ages.
Published 1 month ago by Jen
New for Old?
First: I must admit being partial as Star pictures are my passion/business. I could not, in all consciousness, recommend this book as a way of learning the stars. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Nick
Simple and perfect
Some 30 years ago I lent this book from our library. I had tried several ways before to learn to find the constellations, but with little succes. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Peter Kerkhof
Brilliant little book
I got this book after hearing a review of it on one of the star gazing forums. I wanted something that would explain the constellations and the complexity of the celestial sphere... Read more
Published 16 months ago by fishwish
Excellent book for the novice star gazer
This really is a super book, it clearly explains the subject in an interesting and engaging manner. I would defintely recommend this book to anyone who is interested in the night... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Sharon
Exactly what I wanted! Great for Teenagers
A little boring on the cover...but this book is fantastic. Trying to find a present for a young teenager interested in the night sky has been difficult- this book fills the gap... Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2010 by R. L. Hamill
How the ancients really saw the stars!
Every year I buy this remarkable book for presents. Nobody has been disappointed. With it everyone can see the constellations, as I am sure ancient people originally did. Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2009 by Bugs
see how good it is
See from all the reviews how universally good and welcome an impression this book makes on all who try out using it. Once you see it, no other star guide will do. Read more
Published on 23 July 2007 by maurice frank
Could not agree more - the best star gazing book ever
Had this book with me in Mexico and longed for it in the Egyptian desert. The absolute one and only star gazing book you will ever need.
Published on 7 Nov 2001
This is not a childrens' book (only).
This book cannot be recommended, enough. Being an amateur astonomer for 30 years and having studied many "backyard" astronomy books, it was a revelation to find this... Read more
Published on 7 April 2001 by IOANNIS DIMITROULIS
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