Description |
159 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 19 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 154-155) and index. |
Contents |
What is astronomy? : About this book -- What is an astronomer? -- What is astronomy? -- The science of astronomy -- How to look at the sky : The universe -- Galaxies -- Nebulas -- What is a star? -- The life of a star -- Constellations -- Mythology in the sky -- The solar system -- The sun -- Earth and the moon -- Eclipses -- Planets -- Comets, asteroids, and meteors -- Celestial sphere -- Finding things in the sky -- Field guide : Using the field guide -- The field guide -- Reference : How to use the reference section -- Glossary -- Solar system tables -- Resources -- Index -- Credits. |
Summary |
A field guide to the night sky, explaining through text and maps how to locate and identify stars, planets, meteors, comets, and constellations. |
Subject |
Astronomy -- Juvenile literature.
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Astronomy -- Observers' manuals -- Juvenile literature.
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National Audubon Society -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. -- Juvenile literature.
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Astronomy -- Observers' manuals.
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Added Title |
Night sky |
ISBN |
0590640852 |
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0590640860 |
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