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©2024
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415 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), charts ; 26 cm
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Stargazing through the ages. Stars, planets, and the celestial sphere -- Our changing view of the universe -- Notable astronomers -- Charting the heavens -- Stargazing for beginners. The star charts -- The hemisphere charts -- The monthly charts -- The constellation charts -- Stars, clusters, and nebulae -- Double and triple stars -- Variable stars -- The Milky Way and other galaxies -- The Sun -- The Moon -- Planets and dwarf planets -- Eclipses and occultations -- Asteroids and comets -- Meteors and meteorites -- Stargazing tolls and techniques. Stargazing basics -- Stargazing for free -- Stargazing equipment -- Urban and suburban skies -- Dark sky sites -- Astronomy clubs and organizations -- The art of the sky. The night sky in art -- Astrophotography and processing -- Timelapse sky photography tips -- Solar art photography project -- Lunar art photography project -- Create your own astronomical art
A comprehensive and eye-catching resource for backyard stargazers of all levels packed with absolutely everything you need to follow the progress of constellations, night sky events, and celestial facts.--