Stargazing for Dummies

By: Steve Owens

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Paperback | 25 January 2013 | Edition Number 1

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352 Pages

Age
2 - 5

Dimensions(cm)
21 x 14 x 3

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Reach for the stars

Stargazing is the practice of observing the night sky and its contents - from constellations through to planets and galaxies. Stars and other night sky objects can be seen with the naked eye, or seen in greater numbers and in more detail with binoculars or a telescope.

Stargazing For Dummies offers you the chance to explore the night sky, providing a detailed guide to the main constellations and also offering advice on viewing other night sky objects such as planets and nebulae. It's a great introduction to a fun new hobby, and even provides a fun way to get the kids outside while doing something educational!

Gives you an introduction to looking at the sky with binoculars or a telescope
Offers advice on photographing the night sky
Without needing to get your head around mind-bending theories, you can take part in some practical physics

If you're looking for easy-to-follow guidance on getting to know the night sky, Stargazing For Dummies has you covered.

Industry Reviews

"Well done Steve Owens for a really fun book." (Astronomy Now, June 2013)

"Stargazing For Dummies is a terrific book... one of the best introductions to practical astronomy on the market.... This is the perfect book to get you started. Enjoy!" (BBC Sky At Night Magazine, June 2013)

"In my opinion Stargazing for Dummies should be treated as an essential handbook by anyone interested in the night sky and kept very close to your window, binoculars or telescope. You will find it to be very handy." (Meteorwatch.org, April 2013)

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