The art of stargazing

Aderin-Pocock, Maggie

£16.99

This is an insider’s guide to the night sky in which space scientist and The Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares her expertise and unique insights into the marvellous world of stars. Take a tour of the 88 constellations and explore the science, history, culture and romanticism behind these celestial bodies.

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Publish Date: 02/11/2023

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Look up…

The Art of Stargazing is the ultimate insider’s guide to the night sky in which award-winning space scientist and The Sky at Night presenter Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock shares her expertise and unique insights into the marvellous world of stars. Take a tour of the 88 constellations and explore the science, history, culture and romanticism behind these celestial bodies.

In this must-have handbook for budding stargazers – and anyone looking for a little more wonder in their lives – Maggie will help you to identify stars and teach you the basics of naked-eye observation, offering fascinating facts plus advice on kit, ‘dark sky’ locations and much more. Also included are beautiful illustrations to accompany each constellation and an easy-to-read sky map. With Maggie by your side, the night sky will truly come alive.

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Weight 255 g
Dimensions 216 × 135 × 19 mm
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Publisher

Imprint

Cover

Paperback

Pages

250

Language

English

Edition
Dewey

520 (edition:23)

Readership

General – Trade / Code: K