Author : Radmila Topalovic
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 40,10 MB
Release : 2024-08-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 0008724563
The ideal gift for all amateur and seasoned astronomers. This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2025.
Author : Terence Dickinson
Publisher : Turtleback Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 37,73 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9780833522917
Winner of the 1987 New York Academy of Sciences Children's Science Book Award, Exploring the Night Sky is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertorie beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astonomy that is clear, concise, and very "user friendly" no matter what the child's age. 50 color photographs and illustrations.
Author : Catherine H. Howell
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 26,31 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 1426217854
A field guide to help backyard explorers, hikers, and nature lovers discover and identify North America's diverse community of reptiles and amphibians.
Author : Patrick Moore
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 24,64 MB
Release : 2000-10-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780521793902
Patrick Moore's painstakingly researched, beautifully illustrated guide to astronomical observation for casual and serious observers.
Author : Ken Croswell
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 30,98 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9781563977572
A book of twelve star-gazing activities, one for each month of the year.
Author : Astronomical Society of the Pacific
Publisher : Weldon Owen
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 39,97 MB
Release : 2019-02-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781681884622
For stargazers, comet-spotters and planet-seekers looking to enhance your deep sky knowledge and observations—this is your quintessential guide. The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. With high-quality design, intricate detail, and a durable flexicover—this manual is the perfect gift! With fully illustrated star charts, gorgeous astrophotography and step-by-step project instruction, this family friendly book is the only guide you’ll ever need to navigate the nightsky. Learn about the phases of the moon, how to conduct your own deep-sky observations, how the universe is expanding, our search for life on other planets, meteors vs. meteorites, sunspots and solar flares, best eclipse-viewing techniques—everything you need to know to appreciate the wonder of our universe. Based in San Francisco, the Astronomical Society of the Pacific has a 125-year history of providing resources, tools, and information to astronomy enthusiasts, including amateur astronomers, families, and science educators (K-16). Join the ASP on this journey through the nightsky and beyond.
Author : Dean Regas
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 47,15 MB
Release : 2020-06-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 1507213824
Discover the amazing wonders of the night sky with this expanded edition to 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, perfect for every amateur stargazer and armchair astronomer! Keep your feet on the ground and experience the night sky to the fullest by exploring planets, satellites, and constellations with this all-inclusive reference guide to space. 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition is full of information on the many amazing things you can see with a telescope, or just your naked eye! From shooting stars to constellations and planets to satellites, this book gives you a clear picture of what you can see on any given night. Learn about the celestial bodies that have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, with specific facts alongside traditional myths and beautifully illustrated photographs and star charts that will help you know where to look for the best view. With this illuminating guide, you’ll enjoy hours of stargazing, whether you’re travelling, camping, sitting in your back yard, or simply flipping through the beautiful images in this book.
Author : Mark R. Chartrand
Publisher :
Page : 748 pages
File Size : 44,88 MB
Release : 1991
Category : Astronomy
ISBN :
Author : Ian Ridpath
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 10,1 MB
Release : 2012-12-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1107683157
"The classic beginner's guide to the night sky."--Page 4 of cover.
Author : Carole Stott
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 48,57 MB
Release : 2008-05-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1405336323
Find everything you need to observe, understand and enjoy the night sky in this complete practical kit for star watchers. Pick up the handy visual guide and find out what you’ll need to get started and when to look for stars, plus explore a complete introduction to the Solar System. Use the interactive planisphere to navigate the entire sky any time of night, throughout the year. Plus, 44 double-sided cards and a mini torch reveal how to identify each constellation, with hints and tips on special features to look for in each formation. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an accomplished astronomer, this is your up-to-date guide to exploring the cosmos.
