Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Collection 2

Astronomy Photographer of the Year: Collection 2

by May (Foreword), Royal Observatory Greenwich (Author), Collins Astronomy (Author)

Synopsis

All the winning and shortlisted images from the 2013 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, which is organized by the Royal Observatory, Greenwich.

The images are submitted in one of the following categories:
* Earth and Space
* Our Solar System
* Deep Space
* Young Astronomy Photographer of the Year

And can also be entered for one of the special prizes:
* Best Newcomer
* People and Space
* Robotic Scope

Each image is accompanied by caption, photographer, location and technical details.

Exhibition
Every year the Royal Observatory, Greenwich hosts a free exhibition of the winners of the Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, showcasing some incredible images of the sky. www.rmg.co.uk/astrophoto

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Quantity

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 192
Edition: 2013 ed.
Publisher: Collins
Published: 19 Sep 2013

ISBN 10: 0007525796
ISBN 13: 9780007525799

Media Reviews

a magnificent treat for astronomers everywhere Good Book Guide

This is an ideal gift for lovers of photography, astronomy and the natural world. The Irish News

A truly stunning collection of images from some of the world's top amateur astrophotographers - Will Gater (Astronomer)

a useful guide for anyone hoping to develop their astrophotography skills. Outdoor Photography

Author Bio
The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is the home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian of the World, making it the official starting point for each new day and year. It is also home to London's only planetarium, the Harrison timekeepers and the UK's largest refracting telescope. It runs the annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition.