Backyard Stargazer
Author : Pat Price
Publisher :
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 25,84 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9781610593960
Author : Pat Price
Publisher :
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 25,84 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9781610593960
Author : Ian Ridpath
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 821 pages
File Size : 23,54 MB
Release : 2024-09-17
Category : Science
ISBN :
A comprehensive and eye-catching resource for backyard stargazers of all levels packed with absolutely everything you need to follow the progress of constellations, night sky events, and celestial facts. Foreword by Dr. Stephen Maran A sumptuous aesthetic is paired with practical tips from experts on charting lunar phases and celestial events, notable astronomical anniversaries and facts, the best equipment for stargazing and particular events for your location complete with maps, and much more, packaged into a beautiful, illustrative gift book. Never miss a night sky event wherever you are in the world, go meteor‑spotting, and track phases of the moon, constellations, and planetary events. Discover Dark Sky Sites and what we can learn from reducing light pollution. Get to know the Moon’s features and phases, constellations, comets, planetary bodies, eclipses, conjunctions, and more. Find out what you can see with the naked eye and the wider canvas of a telescope. With The Backyard Stargazer’s Bible, you'll embrace the magnificent splendor of the rich tapestry of the skies above. Also available: The Beekeeper’s Bible The Botanical Bible The Backyard Birdwatcher’s Bible The Backyard Chicken Keeper’s Bible
Author : Pat Price
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 30,16 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781592531486
Stargazing is an activity that lasts a lifetime. There is nothing like the thrill of glimpsing at the rings of Saturn for the first time or seeing, with the aid of a simple pair of binoculars, a fuzzy patch in the sky resolve into a cluster of sparkling stars. The Backyard Stargazer will help you discover new wonders in the night sky, whether you observe from a lounge chair in your backyard, a camp set up far from city lights, or the deck of a ship on a special stargazing cruise. Written in a conversational, accessible style, The Backyard Stargazer is a down to earth guide to observing the night and daytime sky without having to invest in a lot of equipment. You will discover: What you need to get started: a clear night, a red light flashlight, and a copy of The Backyard Stargazer to guide your observing sessions Seasonal star maps to help you spot constellations ,and more, year round Things you never knew about the Moon, Sun, and planets What causes an eclipse and how you can travel to see one How stars are born and where comets come from How to photograph auroras, meteors, and constellations What you can see with the naked eye, binoculars, and, when you're ready, a small telescope Includes 46 easy projects for planet watching, moon viewing, and constellation spotting!
Author : Howard Schneider
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 20,10 MB
Release : 2016
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1426325460
Provides a guide for beginning stargazers, including sky maps and constellation charts, identification tips, and space facts and jokes.
Author : Charles Laird Calia
Publisher :
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 22,47 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780786281107
An amateur Astronomer's account of a year spent observing the cosmos in his New England backyard.
Author : Dr. Jason Lisle
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 11,13 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0890516413
"Unless otherwise noted, Scripture quoatations are from the New King James Version of the Bible."--T.p. verso.
Author : Dr. Jason Lisle
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 25,28 MB
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1614581940
Explore the night sky, identify stars, constellations, and even planets. Stargaze with a telescope, binoculars, or even your naked eye. Allow Dr. Jason Lisle, a research scientist with a masters and PhD in astrophysics, to guide you in examining the beauty of God’s Creation. Lisle designed Stargazer's Guide to the Night Sky for everyone from young students to amateur astronomers. In it you will: Learn the best ways and optimal times to observe planets and stars Discover how to choose the best telescope for you Find 150 stunning, full-color star-charts and other easy to use illustrations for success “How do phases of the moon work? When will the next solar eclipse take place? What is that bright star setting in the west? How do I find Saturn? What sorts of objects can be seen with binoculars?” These questions and many more are easily answered with the helpful tips and basic understanding of astronomy presented in this book. Create or expand the hobby of stargazing; an outdoor, educational hobby to enjoy with friends or family. Regardless of your circumstances and the economy, you will always be able to marvel at the beauty of our night sky.
Author : Theony Condos
Publisher : Red Wheel/Weiser
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 37,56 MB
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1609256786
This A-to-Z reference offers in-depth information on the history and mythologies of the forty-eight classical constellations—with excerpts from ancient texts. The nightly appearance of the stars, their arrangement in the sky, their regular risings and settings through the course of the year, have been a source of endless wonder and speculation. But where did the constellations come from and what are the myths associated with them? Star Myths of the Greeks and Romans puts the answers at your fingertips. Included in this handbook are the only surviving works on the constellation myths that have come down to us from antiquity: an epitome of The Constellations of Eratosthenes —never before translated into English—and The Poetic Astronomy of Hyginus. Also provided are accurate and detailed commentaries on each constellation myth, and complete references for those who wish to dig deeper. This book is a comprehensive sourcework for anyone interested in astronomy or mythology—and an ideal resource for the occasional stargazer.
Author : Gail Mack
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 37,58 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780761445609
Journey into space and find out all there is to know about the stars.
Author : Mark Reed
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 38,26 MB
Release : 2017-04-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1524689793
Wayne is an avid stargazer, and nothing makes him happier than being with his boyfriend, Adam, beneath a night sky that is blanketed with stars. They live near a park and lake along a dead-end street, and late-one evening, while gazing through Waynes telescope, they see a flash of light in the distance with a boom of thunder. Theyre both concerned and curious about what it was. Perhaps a small plane had crashed, or something else could have exploded. They werent sure. So they both decide to go for a hike over the trails behind their house. Their journey begins after they meet two strangers beside the lake. One is human, and the other is much different. Both have come here on a mission of great importance. There are vile and hateful individuals from another dimension who have come here to conquer anyone they can get their hands on, and they must be stopped before Earth becomes their next target.