Description |
240 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 26 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page [217]-232) and index. |
Contents |
Stepping out tonight -- Astronomy gear and tech talk -- Following planets and the moon in the sky -- The deep sky -- The sky from season to season -- Near-sky wonders : satellites, auroras, and more -- Cosmic intruders : observing comets, asteroids, and meteor showers -- Solar observing -- Astrophotography 101 -- Top astronomy events for 2019-2014 -- Real science you can do and protecting the night sky -- Appendix: Constellations of the sky. |
Summary |
David Dickinson, earth science teacher and backyard astronomer, and Fraser Cain, publisher of Universe today, have teamed up to provide expert guidance on observing the night sky. "The universe today ultimate guide to viewing the cosmos" features the best tips and tricks for viewing our solar system and deep sky objects, as well as detailed charts, graphs and tables to find must-see events for years to come. This comprehensive guide is complete with stunning and exclusive photography from top night sky photographers, as well as advice on how to take your own incredible photos. |
Subject |
Astronomy -- Observers' manuals.
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Astronomy. (OCoLC)fst00819673
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Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals. (OCoLC)fst01423877
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Added Author |
Cain, Fraser, author.
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Gay, Pamela, writer of foreword.
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Added Title |
Cosmos |
ISBN |
1624145442 |
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9781624145445 |
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