[PDF] Planisphere And Starfinder eBook

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 42,68 MB
Release : 2019-08-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0241421691

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Planisphere and Starfinder is a practical guide to finding your way around the night sky. It demystifies astronomy and introduces basic stargazing techniques, enabling you to find and recognize objects with ease. A section on the Solar System shows you how to observe the Moon, planets, and other bodies such as comets and asteroids. It also gives advice on looking at eclipses and meteor showers. The central section of the book is a detailed guide to the constellations. Each entry in the guide is illustrated with a clear star chart, supported by graphics that show where in the world the constellation can be seen and explain the symbolic meaning of its star pattern. The key features for observation are presented in an accessible list supported by advice on how best to observe them. The final section is a month-by-month guide to the night sky. A double-page spread for each month highlights the features on view, while a large-scale chart shows you where to find the planets and a table of special events lists the dates of Moon phases, eclipses, and the best times to see the planets.

Author : Carole Stott
Publisher :
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 50,28 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Astronomy
ISBN : 9781740339445

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The complete beginner's guide to navigating the night sky Star clusters, nebulae, galaxies and all 88 major constellations are now within reach with Planisphere and Starfinder. Stargaze through the year using the removable planisphere and month-by-month guide to the night sky, illustrated with beautiful photographs, clear charts and diagrams. Practical astronomy has never been easier as you're shown how to recognise simple signposts in the night sky using the naked eye, binoculars or telescopes.

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,8 MB
Release : 2024-11-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0241731763

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Planisphere and Starfinder is your personal guide to exploring the night sky. It takes the mystery out of astronomy and introduces basic stargazing techniques, helping you to find and recognize objects easily. Starting close to home in the Solar System, it shows you how to observe the Moon, planets, comets, and asteroids as well as how to make the most of events like eclipses and meteor showers. Then you’ll head for the stars with a guide to the constellations. Each entry is illustrated with a clear star chart, shows you where in the world you can see the constellation, and even explains the symbolic meaning of its star pattern. Have you ever heard of Orion’s belt? Your guide will make sure you’re armed with a list of things to look out for and how best to see them. The final section takes you month-by-month guide through the night sky so you never miss a thing. Each month highlights the features on view, while a large-scale chart shows you where to find the planets and a table of special events lists the dates of Moon phases, eclipses, and the best times to see the planets. The book comes with a planisphere you can remove from the book and take anywhere. It shows you the entire sky above your head at any time of night and any time of year.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 13,50 MB
Release : 2013-10-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 074402126X

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Now with removable planisphere! Starfinder lays out the universe clearly, highlighting the signposts in the sky and explaining the cosmology of the stars. Discover the wonders of the night sky with up-to-date information about the universe, including monthly charts to both the northern and southern hemisphere, and a section on observing the Moon, planets, and other bodies of the solar system.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 31,16 MB
Release : 2024-11-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0593967194

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Now with removable planisphere! Starfinder lays out the universe clearly, highlighting the signposts in the sky and explaining the cosmology of the stars. Discover the wonders of the night sky with up-to-date information about the universe, including monthly charts to both the northern and southern hemisphere, and a section on observing the Moon, planets, and other bodies of the solar system.

Author : Carole Stott
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 32,91 MB
Release : 2010-08-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0756670659

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Find everything you need to observe, understand and enjoy the night sky in this complete guide for star watchers. Pick up the handy visual guide and find out what you'll need to get started and when to look for stars, plus explore a complete introduction to the Solar System. Use the planisphere to navigate the entire sky any time of night, throughout the year. Whether you're a complete beginner or an accomplished astronomer, this is your up-to-date guide to exploring the cosmos.

Author : Sky Publishing
Publisher : Sky Publishing Corporation
Page : pages
File Size : 44,19 MB
Release : 2007-05-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781931559300

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Cardboard star wheel chart with moveable dial displays the positions of the stars at any time of the day and on any day of the year; shows only the brightest stars, anywhere between north latitudes 30 ̕and 50.̕

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Publisher : Philip's
Page : pages
File Size : 41,7 MB
Release : 2012-01-06
Category : Planispheres
ISBN : 9781849071888

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Invaluable for both beginners and advanced observers, Philip's Planisphere (Latitude 51.5 North) is a practical hour-by-hour tracker of the stars and constellations, designed for use anywhere in Britain and Ireland, Northern Europe, Northern USA and Canada. Turn the oval panel to the required date and time to reveal the whole sky visible from your location.The map, by the well-known celestial cartographer Wil Tirion, shows stars down to magnitude 5, plus several deep-sky objects, such as the Pleiades, the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) and the Orion Nebula (M42). Because the planets move round the Sun, their positions in the sky are constantly changing and they cannot be marked permanently on the map; however, the back of the planisphere has tables giving the positions of Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn for every month until 2020.The planisphere is supplied in a full-colour wallet that contains illustrated step-by-step instructions for how to use the planisphere, how to locate planets, and how to work out the time of sunrise or sunset for any day of the year. It explains all the details that can be seen on the map - the magnitudes of stars, the ecliptic and the celestial coordinates. In addition, the section 'Exploring the skies, season by season' introduces the novice astronomer to the principal celestial objects visible at different times of the year. Major constellations are used as signposts to navigate the night sky, locating hard-to-find stars and some fascinating deep-sky objects. The movement of the stars is also explained.

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Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 12,14 MB
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0762495499

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This charming exploration of the night sky -- featuring a star finder and glow-in-the-dark stickers -- which has more than a quarter of a million young astronomers enjoying the night sky in countries around the world, is now completely revised and updated. A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky is the perfect introduction to the always fascinating world of astronomy. Children ages eight and up will find out what astronomers have learned (and are still discovering), what astronauts and scientists explore, and what they can find by gazing up into the sky at night. Author Michael Driscoll explains how stars are born, the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, how to navigate the night sky, and more. Whimsical color illustrations throughout and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. Also included are a nifty star finder tool and fun glow-in-the-dark stickers.

Author : Storm Dunlop
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 30,21 MB
Release : 2011-09-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0007436173

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An introductory guide to navigating your way around the night sky and identifying what you can see on any given night.