The Guinness Book of Astronomy

CBE, DSc, FRAS, Sir Patrick Moore

ISBN 10: 0851123759 / ISBN 13: 9780851123752

Published by Guinness World Records Limited, United Kingdom, London, 1988

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR007265397

Synopsis:

Intended for amateur enthusiasts and professional astronomers alike, this reference book reflects the many developments in the world of astronomy since the fourth edition was published. These include the comet impact on Jupiter, powerful telescopes such as the improved Hubble Space Telescope, recent theories about the origins of the universe, and planetary explorations by spacecraft. The book also contains a detailed star catalogue with finder charts, solar and lunar eclipses up to the year 2006, and potted sections on glows and atmospheric effects, star distances and movements, variable stars, clusters and nebulae. Lighter anecdotes tell of events such as the only cricket match to be interrupted by an eclipse, the narrowest escape anyone has had from a meteorite, and the asteroid that had its name auctioned off.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Guinness Book of Astronomy
Publisher: Guinness World Records Limited, United Kingdom, London
Publication Date: 1988
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 3rd Edition