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Author: Bob Berman
Publisher: William Morrow
Published: 1995
Total Pages: 352
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom blue moons to Betelgeuse, it's all in this witty, fact-packed, profusely illustrated guide to the heavens by the author of Discover magazine's popular "Night Watchman" column.
Author: Ann Love
Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd
Published: 2004-03
Total Pages: 8
ISBN-13: 1553371283
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this book in the Family Fun series, kids can learn all about the night sky with fun games, stories, information and more...
Author: Becky Ramotowski
Publisher: Sky & Telescope
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781931559409
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHere's the perfect how-to book for recreational stargazers. It's loaded with practical advice to help new observers spend more time exploring the night sky and less time fumbling with equipment or wondering how, when, and what to observe. In Secrefs of Stargazing you'll discover how to: Quickly get started stargazing if you're the lucky recipient of a new telescope, Plan your observing sessions and record your observations, Stargaze in the city - despite the lights, Quickly and easily prepare your telescope for a night under the stars, Use star charts and discover star-hopping, See faint objects without actually looking at them, Observe in comfort, Decipher weather reports and understand sky transparency and seeing conditions, Find others in your area who share your love of the night sky. Whether or not you own a telescope, Secrets of Stargazing is loaded with tips and tricks that are guaranteed to make you a better observer. It's a volume that no novice stargazer should be without. Book jacket.
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Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
Published: 2019-09-17
Total Pages: 99
ISBN-13: 0762495499
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis charming exploration of the night sky -- featuring a star finder and glow-in-the-dark stickers -- which has more than a quarter of a million young astronomers enjoying the night sky in countries around the world, is now completely revised and updated. A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky is the perfect introduction to the always fascinating world of astronomy. Children ages eight and up will find out what astronomers have learned (and are still discovering), what astronauts and scientists explore, and what they can find by gazing up into the sky at night. Author Michael Driscoll explains how stars are born, the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, how to navigate the night sky, and more. Whimsical color illustrations throughout and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. Also included are a nifty star finder tool and fun glow-in-the-dark stickers.
Author: Bob Berman
Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks
Published: 1996-03-27
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9780060976873
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom blue moons to Betelgeuse, it's all in this witty, fact-packed, profusely illustrated guide to the heavens by the author of Discover magazine's popular "Night Watchman" column.
Author: Florence Wood
Publisher: John Murray Pubs Limited
Published: 1999-01-01
Total Pages: 294
ISBN-13: 9780719557804
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Elizabeth Cole
Publisher: SkySpark Books
Published: 2015-06-23
Total Pages: 342
ISBN-13: 1942316070
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe fifth novel in the Secrets of the Zodiac, a series of full-length historical romances: Featuring sexy storylines, complex characters, and international intrigue, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. A lady haunted by nightmares, a duke chased by death, and an answer hidden in the night sky... Insomnia and a passion for astronomy keep Lady Violet Holloway awake all night. She’s content to remain alone with her telescopes and treatises, until an unexpected marriage proposal changes everything. Though she’s never met him, Violet is handed off to a lord whose name is only mentioned in whispers. Alexander Kenyon is the Duke of Dunmere...better known as the Duke of Death, after losing three wives under unusual circumstances. He’s learned his lesson about the dangers of falling in love, so this marriage is purely for convenience. He has no time for a bride anyway, no matter how intriguing she is. As an agent of the Zodiac, he tasked with solving a string of perplexing murders hinting at a political conspiracy. As the stars spin overhead, the date of the next murder draws near. Violet and Alex must work together to stop it, or risk losing the life they’ve found together.
Author: Terence Dickinson
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Published: 1987
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780833522917
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWinner of the 1987 New York Academy of Sciences Children's Science Book Award, Exploring the Night Sky is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertorie beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astonomy that is clear, concise, and very "user friendly" no matter what the child's age. 50 color photographs and illustrations.
Author: Mary Morris
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 1997-05-15
Total Pages: 308
ISBN-13: 9780312156091
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHaunted by the memory of the mother who abandoned her at age seven, jewelry designer and artist Ivy Slovak recalls the years spent with her loving, itinerant father, wandering the desert, hoping to find the troubled, beautiful woman who had left them both.
Author: Bob King
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
Published: 2016-11-08
Total Pages: 258
ISBN-13: 1624143113
DOWNLOAD EBOOKUnderstand and Enjoy the Wonders of the Stars with Fun Activities for the Whole Family Gain a deeper appreciation of the universe and our place in it with Night Sky with the Naked Eye. Learn how to spot the International Space Station, follow the moon through its phases, forecast an aurora and watch a meteor shower along with traditional night sky activities such as identifying the bright planets, stars and constellations. Fun activities embrace modern technology with the best apps and websites that make it easy for anyone to observe the greatest spectacles of the sky without a telescope or other expensive equipment. An expert in his field, Bob King teaches night sky courses and makes cosmic mysteries practical and accessible for skywatchers new and old. Understand what makes stars twinkle and where meteors come from in this complete guide to the heavens. Unique illustrations and stunning photos help the reader understand the concepts presented. Tips on how to photograph satellites, eclipses and the aurora are also included. Unravel the secrets of the universe while deepening your appreciation of its beauty through this clear and concise guide.
