
The classic guide to the night sky now in its fifth edition as part of the authoritative Collins Guide' series A comprehensive guide to all the stars & celestial objects visible with the use of binoculars or an average-sized telescope this fully revised edition features updated & extended text enhanced sky charts & new diagrams & photographs
Includes:: Unique yearly planetary data available as a downloadable web resource Monthly sky maps of the northern & southern hemispheres so you can identify constellations & bright stars from various latitudes throughout the year Descriptions of all the 88 constellations & their stars opposite a specially prepared chart showing the constellation in relation to the surrounding skies Detailed information on stars nebulae galaxies the Moon & the Solar System Practical advice on choosing & using binoculars & telescopes In addition to the charts & diagrams the text is accompanied by many photographs throughout making this the most practical & comprehensive guide to the night sky