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Astronomy Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

by Leiff J. Robinson (Author)
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  • Hardcover: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press; Revised edition (Aug 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0195218337
  • ISBN-13: 978-0195218336
  • Product Dimensions: 29 x 22.9 x 3.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read., 19 Feb 2003
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I have quite a collection now of astronomical books and I am happily adding this to the top of the pile. Throughout the book there is a balanced amount of information on anything you can think of, from black holes to our moon they simply have everything. I was quite shocked at the amount of information there is, normally you may see a paragraph of most things and maybe a small story on a few other - e.g planets and moons. But in this book there is at least 2 paragraphs of information on whatever you are reading about. It is filled with pictures so is an ideal gift for a child - probably above 11.
The book includes pictures, tables, star maps and charts, graphs and a chunk load of information. If you are either a novice who would like to read about astronomy or a rocket scientist for NASA, this is a must buy. Not only is it an interesting read but you can just have it handy as a little (meaning large) handy dictionary.
I highly recommend this book and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do as it is full of useful information. Be careful if buying as a gift though - as it isn't exactly in laymens terms.
ENJOY!
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb reference, 19 Dec 2003
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I had been looking for an astronomy encyclopaedia for some time, as I am studying for an Open University astrophysics degree, when I happened upon this excellent work. This book is simply fantastic - every entry is clearly written, highly accurate, and bang up-to-date at the time of its publication. The book is lavishly illustrated (mainly in colour). It is appropriate for the general reader, the amateur astronomer, the undergrad who wants a reliable reference source, and anyone with an interest in the myriad of curiosities that make up our Universe. Hats off to the authors.
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