The Moon and How to Observe It (Astronomers’ Observing Guides)


This revolutionary new book is written for practical amateur astronomers who not only want to observe, but want to know the details of exactly what they are looking at. The Moon is the most commonly observed of all astronomical objects. This is the first book to deal equally with the Moon itself – its formation, geology, and history – as well as the practical aspects of observation. The concept of the book – and of the series – is to present an up-to-date detailed description of the Moon, includ

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Stars and Planets (DK Handbooks)


Each of the planets in the Solar System is illustrated and described in detail while the often complex process of locating planets in the night sky is made as simple as possible with unique charts and diagrams. For those new to astronomy a highly visual introduction explains many of the basic concepts and offers expert advice on the best methods and equipment for observation. This title includes a concise glossary that explains any scientific and technical terms used.Stars and Planets is a sturd

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