Intended for the amateur astronomer or anyone curious about our place in the universe, this book takes the reader on a journey of discovery through the seasons of the starry night sky. It includes maps, drawings, photos, and a useful glossary.
This annual gem (produced each year since 1991) continues to take the Australian stargazer on a wondrous journey of the night sky. This critically acclaimed work, produced by three well known experts in the field, takes a unique approach to explaining and identifying the Sun, Moon, planets and constellations.
Astronomy, especially naked-eye astronomy, is a wonderful way for children and young people to engage with the world and universe around them. Many children quickly become fascinated with stars, planets and comets, learning skills that also help them develop generally. This book is a perfect introduction to astronomy for any child, whether or not ......
People have been inspired by the colourful shifting lights of the Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis for thousands of years, with modern-day adventurers travelling to aurora hotspots in the hope of getting a glimpse of them.
Our vast solar system is made up of galaxies, stars, planets, moons and much more. Discover Earth’s place as one of eight planets in orbit around the sun.
Who knows what Brian May was thinking when he wrote ""We Will Rock You"" for Queen? As a lifelong astrophysics aficionado, he may have been thinking about the origins of the universe. He's certainly been thinking about it lately. May, a freshly minted astrophysics Ph.D., joins forces with legendary astronomer Patrick Moore and astrophysicist ......
The first ever detailed reference to asteroids, from their history to their classification and role in bringing metals and life to planet Earth, written at a level for general readers. It also tells the story of a unique NASA mission to one asteroid, Bennu, and how a spacecraft collected material from its surface and returned it to Earth.
Explains how to observe everything, from the moon to meteor showers, with binoculars and provides safety tips for viewing eclipses. This guide also includes separate sections for winter, spring, summer, and fall that give advice on what to look for and how to optimise your viewing.
The Magnificent Madness of the American Lunar Quest
Exposing the truth behind one of the most revered fictions of American history, Dark Side of the Moon explains why the American space program has been caught in a state of purposeless wandering ever since Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon.
