Author : Dr. Ryan French
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 33,93 MB
Release : 2023-05-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 0008623082
Despite its apparent unchanging appearance in the daytime sky, the Sun is incredibly dynamic and shrouded in mystery. In this guide, Dr. Ryan French explores history, science and modern observations to uncover the mysteries of the Sun.
Author : Dr. Ryan French
Publisher : Collins
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 39,5 MB
Release : 2023-05-25
Category :
ISBN : 9780008580230
Author : Nigel Henbest
Publisher : CUP Archive
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 27,87 MB
Release : 1994-06-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521458825
Written in non-technical language for the amateur astronomer, this guide explores the structure of the galaxy as a whole. Specially created maps locate tourist sites in the galactic journey, such as the blazing Orion nebula, nurseries where young stars are hatched, & deadly pulsars & black holes.
Author : Edgar Gardner Murphy
Publisher :
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 37,78 MB
Release : 1923
Category : Astronomy
ISBN :
Author : David J. Eicher
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing Company
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 20,74 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780913135181
Gets beginners off to a great start! Introduces the hobby of astronomy with observation and photographic tips. Identifies the best sky objects to observe using the naked eye, binoculars, and backyard telescopes. By David J. Eicher, managing editor of Astronomy magazine. 7 3/8 x 9 5/8; 166 pgs.; 80 b&w and 80 color photos; softcover.
Author : Nigel Henbest
Publisher : Philip's
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 42,67 MB
Release : 2023-08-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 1849076499
"If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this." - BBC Sky at Night Magazine "I will continue to enjoy 'Philip's Stargazing' as the months go by." - Helen Sharman, Astronaut "Very useful indeed." - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenter Now including the top astronomical places to visit, star festivals and the latest on star parties in Britain and Ireland, the new 2024 edition is totally up-to-date for exploring the wonder of the night skies, month-by-month and day-by-day. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip's Stargazing 2024 is the only book you'll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy and daily use, Stargazing 2024 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion. - 12 updated sky charts for year-round astronomical discovery - Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year - Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2024 - The best places to experience Dark Skies, along with the latest on Star Festivals and Star Parties - Top places to visit for astronomical insights - Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Prof Nigel Henbest - Special article on the use of filters for astro-photography by expert Robin Scagell - Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2024 - Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms - The planets' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets
Author : Hongwei Bian
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 16,77 MB
Release :
Category :
ISBN : 9819956366
Author : Lewis Dartnell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 14,5 MB
Release : 2012-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 1780741634
Astrobiology, the study of life and its existence in the universe, is one of the hottest areas of scientific research. Lewis Dartnell considers some of the fascinating questions facing researchers today. Could life exist anywhere else in the universe? What might aliens really look like? Dartnell explains why Earth is uniquely suited for life and reveals our profound connection to the cosmos.
Author : Nigel Henbest
Publisher : Philip's
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 35,90 MB
Release : 2021-08-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 184907593X
"If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this" - BBC Sky at Night Magazine "I will continue to enjoy 'Philip's Stargazing' as the months go by" - Helen Sharman, Astronaut "Very useful indeed" - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenter Discover the latest in stargazing with the new and definitive guide to the night sky. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just starting out, Philip's Stargazing 2022 is the only book you'll need. Compiled by experts and specially designed for use in Britain and Ireland, Stargazing 2022 acts as a handily illustrated and comprehensive companion. - 12 Brand-New Maps for year-round astronomical discovery - Month-to-Month information. Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year - Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2022 - Avoid light pollution with our detailed Dark Sky Map - Expert advice and insight throughout from internationally renowned Professor Nigel Henbest - A 'Behind the Scenes' look at astrophotography from expert Robin Scagell - Complete calendar of major astronomical events, including the Top 20 Sky Sights of 2022 - Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms - The planets' movements explained from solar and lunar eclipses to meteor showers and comets
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 20,38 MB
Release : 2013-10-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 074402126X
Now with removable planisphere! Starfinder lays out the universe clearly, highlighting the signposts in the sky and explaining the cosmology of the stars. Discover the wonders of the night sky with up-to-date information about the universe, including monthly charts to both the northern and southern hemisphere, and a section on observing the Moon, planets, and other bodies of the solar system.
