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Sky Phenomena

A Guide to Naked-eye Observation of the Stars
  • ISBN-13: 9781584200260
  • Publisher: STEINER BOOKS INC
    Imprint: LINDISFARNE BOOKS
  • By Norman Davidson
  • Price: AUD $57.99
  • Stock: 4 in stock
  • Availability: Order will be despatched as soon as possible.
  • Local release date: 31/10/2004
  • Format: Paperback (254.00mm X 178.00mm) 208 pages Weight: 495g
  • Categories: Popular astronomy & space [WNX]
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This is an unusual and practical guide to the sky as we see it -- with the naked eye. The author, an experienced teacher, leads the reader from the stars as seen from Earth, through observation of the Sun, Moon and various planets, to a deeper understanding of the Copernican revolution, comets and meteors, and to the sky of the Southern Hemisphere. The text includes mythological and historical aspects of the subject and has numerous exercises for the student. The final chapter is a unique collection of poetry related to the stars from ancient India to modern times. Appendices include future astronomical events, technical data, materials and publications, and a comprehensive glossary of astronomical terms.
Introduction The Stars - I The Stars - II The Sun The Moon Eclipses The Planets The Copernican Revolution Comets and Meteors The Southern Hemisphere Sky The Stars in Poetry Appendices: Astronomical Events * Technical Data * Astronomical Symbols * much more ...
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