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Moore, Patrick

 
9781554070534: Guide to Stars and Planets
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ISBN 10: 1554070538 ISBN 13: 9781554070534
Editorial: FIREFLY BOOKS LTD, 2005

Sinopsis

A concise reference by a best-selling astronomy author.

The Guide to Stars and Planets is a practical guide to the night sky featuring detailed maps of the moon and constellations, plus a host of recommendations on what to look for and when. In a compact format, this book is illustrated with charts, maps, and stunning photographs from the world's finest Earth- and space-based telescopes.

A concise introduction offers a practical guide to telescopes, home observatories and astronomical photography for amateur astronomers. Detailed entries describe the following astronomical objects, organized by the closest to the furthest from Earth:

  • The moon
  • The sun
  • The planets
  • Solar system debris
  • The stars
  • The galaxies
  • The constellations
  • Observing eclipses, comets and meteors.

The book highlights the most interesting objects that can be observed using the naked eye, binoculars or telescope. Detailed moon maps and charts identify significant features, and practical tips explain how to observe the sun safely.

The Guide to Stars and Planets is an ideal introduction to astronomy and a concise reference for hobbyists of all levels of experience.

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Acerca del autor

Sir Patrick Moore is the author of 60 books including Firefly Atlas of the Universe and hosts the BBC-TV series, The Sky at Night.

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Editorial
FIREFLY BOOKS LTD
Año de publicación
2005
Idioma
Inglés
ISBN 10 
1554070538
ISBN 13 
9781554070534
Encuadernación
Tapa blanda
Número de páginas
256
Contacto del fabricante
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