Stargazing

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By Radmila Topalovic and Tom Kerss, Astronomers at the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

The Pocket Nature series of petite books make lovely little gifts. Paperback. Discover the wonders of the Universe with this complete introduction to observing and understanding the night sky. This guide has everything you need to better understand and appreciate the night sky. Go on an adventure and meet the Great Bear, the Unicorn and the big growly Lion in this sweet lift-the-flap book that brings constellations to life. The sparkly cover, simple text and recognisable, friendly creatures make the book fun to use and encourage carer and child interaction. ‘This accessible and well-presented book would make an ideal gift for any beginner to astronomy – recommended. With ruminative meditations on the universe, moonlight, stardust, and more, this pocket-size guide to the cosmos has everything you need to better understand and appreciate the night sky. This is the perfect beginner’s guide to Astronomy for use in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Stargazing is a useful manual to help astronomy beginners navigate the world of telescopes, planets and celestial maps.

• • Advice on light pollution
• • Seasonal star charts, constellation charts and specific objects to look for on dates throughout the year
• • 224 pages
• • Help to explore the Solar System and the Galaxy
• • How to plan your stargazing
• • Help stargazing with just your eyes
• • Paperback
• • How to choose binoculars and telescopes and what you can see using them, especially what is best for beginners