Stargazers' Almanac: a Monthly Guide to the Stars and Planets

Stargazers' Almanac: a Monthly Guide to the Stars and Planets

Author: Bob Mizon

Publisher:

Published: 2022-05-19

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782507826

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A beautiful illustrated monthly guide to exploring the stars and planets without a telescope. Explore the night skies with this beautiful illustrated monthly guide to the stars and planets./ This large-format almanac allows you to step outside and track the planets, locate the Milky Way, recognise the constellations of the zodiac and watch meteor showers. Stargazers' Almanac 2023 is a beautiful month-by-month guide to the night skies. It's designed specifically for naked-eye astronomy -- no telescope required! -- making it ideal for beginners, children and backyard astronomers. It is a perennially popular Christmas gift -- and one which lasts the whole year round. Each monthly chart features two views of the night sky, looking north and south, and a visual guide to the phases of the moon and the movements of the planets. Stargazers' Almanac 2023 also features: Advice on how to navigate the night sky Overhead reference map of the sky Reference plan of constellations Glossary of constellations and Latin names Glossary of brightness of stars Guide to the signs of the zodiac and how they relate to the stars Loop and eyelet for easy wall hanging; presented in a sturdy cardboard gift envelope Suitable for astronomy enthusiasts throughout the Northern Hemisphere's temperate (non-tropical) latitudes.


Night Sky Almanac 2022: A stargazer’s guide

Night Sky Almanac 2022: A stargazer’s guide

Author: Storm Dunlop

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2021-09-02

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 0008472572

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The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers. Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this beautiful companion to the night sky from Astronomy experts Collins.


Farmers' Almanac 2008

Farmers' Almanac 2008

Author: Peter Geiger

Publisher: Geiger

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781928720096

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The Farmers Almanac is an annual publication published every year since 1818. It is the only publication of its kind which generations of American families have come to trust. Its longevity speaks volumes about its content which informs, delights, and educates. Best known for its long-range weather predictions, the Farmers Almanac provides valuable information on gardening, cooking, fishing, and more.


Night Sky Almanac 2021: A stargazer’s guide

Night Sky Almanac 2021: A stargazer’s guide

Author: Storm Dunlop

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2020-10-01

Total Pages: 283

ISBN-13: 0008403619

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The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers. Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this beautiful companion to the night sky from Astronomy experts Collins.


The Monthly Sky Guide

The Monthly Sky Guide

Author: Ian Ridpath

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2012-12-10

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1107683157

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"The classic beginner's guide to the night sky."--Page 4 of cover.


2021 Night Sky Almanac

2021 Night Sky Almanac

Author: Nicole Mortillaro

Publisher: Firefly Books

Published: 2020-10

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9780228102595

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A portable guidebook for enjoying the night sky in 2021. 2021 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all of the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2021, with sky maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also features: Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky; Information about binoculars and telescopes; History of constellations, including Indigenous history; A glossary of terms; And much, much more! 2021 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard. The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) was founded ad hoc in 1868 and incorporated in 1890 with a dual membership of professionals and amateurs. It has 29 Canadian chapters and over 5,000 members. The Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is entering its 114th year of publication, and the RASC also produces a number of other publications and guidebooks.


NightWatch

NightWatch

Author: Terence Dickinson

Publisher: Firefly Books

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 1552093026

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A practical guide to viewing the universe.


The Total Skywatcher's Manual

The Total Skywatcher's Manual

Author: Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Publisher: Weldon Owen

Published: 2019-02-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781681884622

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For stargazers, comet-spotters and planet-seekers looking to enhance your deep sky knowledge and observations—this is your quintessential guide. The Total Skywatcher’s Manual will help you choose the best telescope, identify constellations and objects in the night sky, search for extraterrestrial phenomena, plan star parties, capture beautiful space imagery and much more. With high-quality design, intricate detail, and a durable flexicover—this manual is the perfect gift! With fully illustrated star charts, gorgeous astrophotography and step-by-step project instruction, this family friendly book is the only guide you’ll ever need to navigate the nightsky. Learn about the phases of the moon, how to conduct your own deep-sky observations, how the universe is expanding, our search for life on other planets, meteors vs. meteorites, sunspots and solar flares, best eclipse-viewing techniques—everything you need to know to appreciate the wonder of our universe. Based in San Francisco, the Astronomical Society of the Pacific has a 125-year history of providing resources, tools, and information to astronomy enthusiasts, including amateur astronomers, families, and science educators (K-16). Join the ASP on this journey through the nightsky and beyond.