Guide to Stars and Planets (Collins Field Guide) - Hardcover

Ridpath, Ian

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0002190710 ISBN 13: 9780002190718

Publisher: Collins, 1984

Synopsis

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.

About this title

Review

For both novice and experienced amateurs... very informative and handy to use... perfect gifts for any amateur astronomer.--Duncan Class"Pulsar" (07/01/2006)

Well-illustrated, this book will help you recognize more than just the big dipper while stargazing.--Wendy Rayson-Kerr"Belleville Intelligencer" (08/07/2012)

Book Description

A thoroughly revised and updated edition of a well-established and popular title.

Edition details

• Publisher: Collins
• Publication date: 1984
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0002190710
• ISBN 13: 9780002190718
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Tirion Wil
• Number of pages: 320