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Book Synopsis: Explore the star-studded cosmos with this fully updated, user-friendly skywatcher's guide, filled with charts, graphics, photographs, and expert tips for viewing — and understanding — the wonders of space.
Stargazing's too much fun to leave to astronomers. In these inviting pages, “Night Sky Guy” Andrew Fazekas takes an expert but easygoing approach that will delight would-be astronomers of all levels. Essential information, organized logically, brings the solar system, stars, and planets to life in your own backyard. Start with the easiest constellations and then “star-hop” across the night sky to find others nearby. Learn about the dark side of the moon, how to pick Mars out of a planetary lineup, and which kinds of stars twinkle in your favorite constellations. Hands-on tips and techniques for observing with the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope help make the most out of sightings and astronomical phenomena such as eclipses and meteor showers. Photographs and graphics present key facts in an easy-to-understand format, explaining heavenly phenomena such as black holes, solar flares, and supernovas. Revised to make skywatching even easier for the whole family, this indispensable guide shines light on the night sky — truly one of the greatest shows on Earth! Read more
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the cosmos with the National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition. This user-friendly skywatcher's guide is your ticket to unlocking the mysteries of space. Packed with charts, graphics, photographs, and expert tips, it's the ultimate companion for stargazing enthusiasts of all levels.
No need to be an astronomer to enjoy the wonders of the night sky. In this captivating guide, renowned "Night Sky Guy" Andrew Fazekas brings the solar system, stars, and planets to life in your very own backyard. Start your celestial adventure by easily identifying the simplest constellations and then journey through the sky, hopping from one starry gem to another.
From uncovering the mysteries of the dark side of the moon to spotting Mars in a planetary lineup, this book holds the key to understanding the universe that surrounds us. Discover which stars twinkle within your favorite constellations and learn how to observe astronomical phenomena like eclipses and meteor showers using the naked eye, binoculars, or a telescope.
Featuring stunning photographs and detailed graphics, the National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition presents complex astronomical concepts in a straightforward and accessible format. Dive into the black holes, solar flares, and supernovas that shape our cosmos, and gain a deeper appreciation for the grandeur of our universe.
Whether you're an amateur stargazer or a seasoned astronomer, this revised edition is designed to make skywatching a delightful experience for the whole family. Don't miss out on the greatest show on Earth! Get your copy of the National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky, 2nd Edition today and embark on an extraordinary journey through the stars.
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