Is there anything more wondrous and alluring than the night sky? You've seen the stars, and you know about the constellations--but there's so much more to discover! George Moromisato's magnificent full-color guide introduces you to 101 amazing sights, from Saturn's famous rings to the Andromeda Galaxy. Learn what to look for and when and where to find it! This astronomy book is perfect for beginners, so many objects can be seen with the unaided eye or binoculars, while others simply require a small telescope.Book Features:Guide to 101 phenomena and objects of the night sky, ranked by beauty, accessibility and historical importanceInformation about equipment needed, from binoculars to small telescopesFull-color photographs, including many from NASAAstrophotography tips on taking pictures of the night sky, such as snapping shots with a phone through a telescopeCharts to know when to look for solar eclipses, meteor showers and other notable events
Is there anything more wondrous and alluring than the night sky? You've seen the stars, and you know about the constellations--but there's so much more to discover! George Moromisato's magnificent full-color guide introduces you to 101 amazing sights, from Saturn's famous rings to the Andromeda Galaxy. Learn what to look for and when and where to find it! This astronomy book is perfect for beginners, so many objects can be seen with the unaided eye or binoculars, while others simply require a small telescope.Book Features:Guide to 101 phenomena and objects of the night sky, ranked by beauty, accessibility and historical importanceInformation about equipment needed, from binoculars to small telescopesFull-color photographs, including many from NASAAstrophotography tips on taking pictures of the night sky, such as snapping shots with a phone through a telescopeCharts to know when to look for solar eclipses, meteor showers and other notable events
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