Stargazing

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Full disclosure: Richard Bartlett, the author of Signposts to the Stars, is a regular contributor here at TelescopeGuide.org. While I’m admittedly a little biased on this recommendation, I personally use this book as a reference for viewing sessions, and I endorse it highly.) Thoroughly enjoyed Peter Hill's account of spending a year (1973) working 'on the lights' off the coast of Scotland. It doesn’t try to walk linearly along the spectrum or through a history of discoveries, as the journey of humanity’s discovery hasn’t worked like that. No book like this could avoid jumping around in history, but overall there’s a logical flow. Written by Ian Ridpath, Norton’s Star Atlas is the perfect book for those who want to take their passion for the stars to the next level. Many claim that this book is the “World’s most famous star atlas”, yet Norton’s Star Atlas is more than just a guidebook – it is also a reference guide that features unique maps and fact-filled information for beginners.The fully revised and updated 20th edition of the book features a durable and elegant hardcover, along with new diagrams, moon maps and clear tables – it also has a whole chapter dedicated entirely to GoTo and computerised telescopes and the latest computer software used in space exploration.

The discussion of our planetary neighbours largely focuses on their size, atmosphere, orbital period and temperature. Characteristics that we find are key to the search for exoplanets and life are detailed in the chapters that follow. If the end of the world really is imminent, perhaps we should start looking for another one. The obvious choices are the Moon or Mars, but there are lots of other places in the Solar System we could try, each with their own problems and opportunities. We could try floating above Venus in balloon cities, or living in caves inside our very own asteroid. Levesque's writing is witty and honest, and asks us all to reconsider our relationship with the Universe.

Aimed at astronomers aged from about 7 to 12 this book is a wonderful introduction to the practical side of astronomy. Follow Felicity the Cat as she guides you around the constellations learning everything from the moon’s phases to how to see the Northern Lights. A perfect Christmas gift for any child interested in space! Also available in bookshops.

Hill has written a delightful memoir of the summer that he spent working on three lighthouses in 1973 on the coast of Scotland. After a conversation in a pub saying that this is something that he always wanted to do, he is encouraged to write and see if they offer summer jobs. He does and they offer him an interview. One small white lie about his cooking ability, and he is successful. Shortly after a letter drops on his mat with instruction on how to get to the first lighthouse.

Astronomy books for children and adults

For some people, anyway. If this isn't your thing or becomes too much of a chore, never mind. Seek Out Other Amateurs For good company and free advice, attend a club meeting or a star party, like the RAC Summer Star Party shown here. Peake takes us from his early experiences with homemade explosives through his days as a flair bartender, to the army and test pilot training, right up to touching down from space and being whisked away on a world tour. In between, he gives tips on how to crash-land in a helicopter, how to behave under interrogation, and how to best confront Jeremy Paxman. Some tales are definitely not for the squeamish, and it will certainly dissuade readers of any notion that astronauts lead a glamorous life. Natalie Starkey's new book, “Fire and Ice: The Volcanoes of the Solar System.” Natalie Starkey Fire and Ice: The Volcanoes of the Solar System The solar system. Introduction to the planets, comets, and meteor showers – including tips for viewing each of the planets and other fascinating sights within the solar system. 3. 365 Starry Nights: An Introduction to Astronomy for Every Night of the Year The book contains charts of famous stars that you can find with binoculars or a small telescope, including stunning photographs and trivia about the latest discoveries about them. So as you see the object with your scope, you get to imagine what it looks like in space, and deepen your knowledge of astronomy.

This is a captivating children’s book and a great introduction to astronomy, while its subject matter and soothing rhyme scheme make for a good night-time story.At 2.13 GMT on 29th May 2019 it was exactly 100 years since Arthur Eddington and Frank Dyson stood before their telescopes ready to capture images of an eclipse they hoped would confirm Albert Einstein’s general theory of relativity. The book tells of the lead up to the eclipse expeditions, details the expeditions themselves and looks at the aftermath: how Eddington and Dyson’s results were received at the time and the discussions regarding their validity up until the present day. It also discusses the role of this expedition in making Albert Einstein a household name. This is a fascinating book, full of insight into the relationship between theory and experimental proof. The Secret World of Stargazing' by Adrian West. Adrian West/Yellow Kite The Secret World of Stargazing These entry level binoculars perform extremely well for their price and are a perfect introduction to visual astronomy, escpecially children.

Moon was absolutely ridiculous, although I didn't like that much of her weirdness was explained by a brain tumor, although it didn't really change much about how she was different from the other kids. What I did like was that she knew she was different, and felt lonely and isolated by her difference, but still reached out and tried to make friends. And her beating up other kids was her way of protecting her friends from the pain she had felt (and also her way of self-defense when words didn't stop the laughter). Adrian West has produced a charming book with a strong emphasis on wellbeing: how and why stargazing is good for us, physically and mentally. This is very much a book for anyone who is just starting out and finding their stargazing feet for the very first time, or anyone with a passing interest. Don’t worry, everyone starts from somewhere. And with this book, written by astronomy expert Richard Bartlett, your first steps into astronomy will be very easy and fun.Most of the chapters focus on a particular part of the spectrum or a particular discovery. In every case there’s a narrative taking the reader through a potted history, including some very recent discoveries. Moon being my fav kid I just loved her soo much. If I was a middle grader I wanted her to be my bestfriend.