Philip's Stargazing

by Nigel Henbest (Author), Heather Couper (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $3.25

  Philip's Stargazing 2008 is a concise guide to the night sky, helping starwatchers to see the year's most fascinating events, whether observing with the naked eye or with a telescope. This guide is suitable for use between latitudes 40N and 60N, including Britain and Ireland, Europe as far south as Rome, and Canada and the northern USA as far south as Philadelphia. Each chapter (one for each month of the year) has a colour star map, created by Wil Tirion, showing the positions and phases of the Moon, the positions of the planets, and other useful information. Each month also includes a constellation described in detail; special events during the month, such as eclipses; a featured astronomical object, usually a deep-sky target; an astrophotograph, with details of how it was taken; plus times of sunrise and sunset.The Solar System Almanac explains the movement of the planets, with particular attention paid to their positions in 2008. Solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers and comets are also described. Exploring the Deep Sky provides a list of recommended deep-sky objects. The observer can use the monthly charts to discover which constellations are on view, and then use this information to plan deep-sky observing. The book concludes with an Equipment Guide. Here Robin Scagell, author of Philip's Stargazing with a Telescope , provides a round-up of what's new in observing technology, from the latest brands of telescope to the best webcams.

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $3.25

  Stargazing 2005 was a popular addition to Philip's astronomy list last year, and the 2006 edition of this popular month-by-month practical guide to the changing night sky is expected to be equally well received. Written in a clear and accessible style by Heather Couper and Nigel Henbest, each month features a colour star map with the positions of the Moon and planets with features on that month's 'Special events', 'Object of the month', and 'Topic of the month', described in more detail. Also included are explanations of the planet's movements, a list of recommended deep sky objects and a review of the latest stargazing equipment. This is an exceptionally useful guide for both the seasoned observer and the beginner. Both Heather and Nigel are internationally recognised writers and broadcasters on astronomy and space.