Backyard Guide To The Night Sky

Backyard Guide To The Night Sky

This National Geographic book makes stargazing accessible to everyone, bringing the mysteries of the universe to life in your own backyard.

Authors Howard Schneider and Patricia Daniels approach the subject with ease, breaking down complex topics into 10 manageable chapters. From understanding the phases of the moon to picking out planets, and identifying stars, this guide covers all the essentials for beginner stargazers.

Filled with star charts, tables, sidebars, and fun facts, this book provides key information in an easy-to-understand format. By the time readers realize they’re learning solid science, they’ll be too captivated to object.

The guide includes practical advice and hands-on tips to enhance observation techniques, plus a comprehensive appendix of resources such as books, websites, astronomy clubs, local planetariums and museums. This must-have book takes you on a journey into the night sky, one of the most magnificent shows on earth.

Details:

Format: Paperback, 288 Pages

Published: 2009

Condition: Used