The art of stargazing

Maggie Aderin-Pocock

£16.99

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This is an insider’s guide to the night sky in which space scientist and The Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares her expertise and unique insights into the marvellous world of stars. Take a tour of the 88 constellations and explore the science, history, culture and romanticism behind these celestial bodies.

ISBN: 9781785947896 Category:

Description

Look up…

The Art of Stargazing is the ultimate insider’s guide to the night sky in which award-winning space scientist and The Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares her expertise and unique insights into the marvellous world of stars. Take a tour of the 88 constellations and explore the science, history, culture and romanticism behind these celestial bodies.

In this must-have handbook for budding stargazers – and anyone looking for a little more wonder in their lives – Maggie will help you to identify stars and teach you the basics of naked-eye observation, offering fascinating facts plus advice on kit, ‘dark sky’ locations and much more. Also included are beautiful illustrations to accompany each constellation and an easy-to-read sky map. With Maggie by your side, the night sky will truly come alive.

Additional information

Weight 0.28 kg
Dimensions 21.2 × 13.4 × 2.6 cm
Author

Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Paperback

Pages

250

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

520 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K

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