Simple Stargazing

Name: Simple Stargazing
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ISBN: 9780060849948

ISBN-10: 0060849940

ISBN-13: 9780060849948

Edition: N/A

Authors: Anton Vamplew

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A fun and informative skywatcher's guide for the astronomy novice This book will make sense of the night sky for beginners of all ages. And contrary to popular belief, you don't need expensive equipment to start skygazing. The author introduces the night sky just as if he were by your side, pointing out all the things you can discover with the naked eye. The book begins with a getting-started section and then takes you through the northern and southern hemispheres, covering what you can see from wherever you are in the world. With full-color illustrations and clear, informative text, Simple Stargazing is the perfect tool for the budding skywatcher. Inside you will find: …

Book details

List price: $17.99
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date: 2/28/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English



Introduction



Getting Started


A Brief History


Constellations


Adventures in Darkness


Travels into the Darkness


How Big is the Darkness


How to Use Star Charts


Bright or Dim?


Stars


Starry Objects



The Northern Charts


January to March Skies


April to June Skies


July to September Skies


October to December Skies



The Southern Charts


January to March Skies


April to June Skies


July to September Skies


October to December Skies



Sun, Moon, and Planets


The Moon


Eclipses


The Planets


Planets and Days


The Milky Way


Watching Satellites and the ISS


Comets


Shooting Stars


A Final View of Everything


AstroGlossary


Going Further


Index