The new Philip`s 101 Objects To Spot In The Night Sky is a fun & practical guide to identifying & observing 101 of the most fascinating & exciting sights in the northern-hemisphere sky for young newcomers to astronomy, explaining what can be seen using the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope. In this book, author Robin Scagell shows the novice astronomer where to look in the sky to see a particular object, or group of objects or sights, which may be a planet, its rings or satellites, a series of lunar craters, a constellation, asteroids, meteors, a nebula, galaxy or star cluster, for example. He explains what you can expect to see with just the naked eye & describes the object in detail, giving observing tips for better viewing. A concise `fact file` is provided for major objects, & readers can award themselves `points` for their skill in finding the object in the first instance, with higher scores given for spotting some of its more elusive or hard-to-see features. Philip`s 101 Objects To Spot In The Night Sky is illustrated in full colour throughout, with Approx. 300 high-quality photographs, diagrams & star maps. ...

”IF YOU BUY JUST ONE GUIDE... YOU WON`T DO BETTER THAN THIS” BBC Sky at Night Magazine * 12 month-by-month Night Sky Maps for year-round stargazing * Monthly Calendar of moon phases & special events in 2019 * Planet Watch: the best viewing days for planets in 2019 * Dark Sky Map of the UK
- find the darkest skies * Optical Equipment Guide
- Which Telescope? * The major astronomical events of 2019* Month-by-month top 20 Sky Sights 2019 Plus: * Expert advice on what to see each month from Heather Couper & Nigel Henbest, Philip`s internationally renowned authors. * The Solar System 2019 explains the movement of the planets, with particular attention paid to their positions in 2019. Solar & lunar eclipses, meteor showers & comets are also described. * Expert Robin Scagell`s Equipment Review looks at the pros & cons of Stargazing with reflector or refractor telescopes. * & all superbly illustrated with photographs taken by the best amateur photographers illustrating the night skies. Book Description Philip`s Month-by-Month Stargazing 2019 is the guide for Stargazers in Britain & Irel&. The new 2019 edition has been completely revised to make it even more essential for exploring the night skies. Essential reading for astronomers at all levels
- & the perfect gift for every stargazer. About the Authors Philip`s Stargazing Month by Month 2019 is written by two of the UK`s best-known & respected astronomers. Professor Heather Couper CBE, FRAS, is an internationally acclaimed astronomer, writer & presenter/producer of TV & radio programmes. Professor Nigel Henbest researched in radio astronomy at Cambridge University, with the Astronomer Royal, & has been a Consultant to both New Scientist magazine & the Royal Greenwich Observatory.


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A new edition of the exciting Philip`s Astronomy Starter Pack, suitable for use in the Northern Hemisphere, containing three essential items to introduce the beginner to the fascinating hobby of astronomy: a `glow-in-the-dark` planisphere, an 80-page paperback book about the stars & planets, & a colourful wall poster of the Solar System. Philip`s Glow-in-the-Dark Planisphere: This planisphere has been specially made so that, after being held under a bright light, the stars & the names & shapes of the constellations will glow in the dark for a period. It is both a fun & practical starfinder for identifying the stars & constellations visible on any night of the year from the UK, Northern Europe, Northern USA & Canada (51.5 degrees North); the star map is drawn by the well-known celestial cartographer Wil Tirion. A sheet explaining how to use the planisphere is included in the pack. Philip`s Exploring Stars & Planets: A colourful & entertaining introduction to the exciting world of astronomy, this 80-page paperback is illustrated with more than 200 colour photographs, artworks & maps, as the author Ian Ridpath describes the latest developments in the fast-moving fields of space exploration & astronomy. Concise chapters introduce the Sun, the Earth & all the other planets in our Solar System. Then, moving further into space, the author examines the stars & galaxies, & explores the origin of the Universe. Philip`s Solar System Poster: A large attractive folded wall chart (580 x 870mm) illustrating the planets & other bodies in the Solar System, with informative text & tables by Ian Ridpath. ...

* Three in One Essential Starter Kit for new Stargazers* Book, Planisphere & Wall Chart* The ideal gift for beginners in astronomy
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Philip`s Astrophotography With Mark Thompson is an essential guide for anyone wishing to photograph or image the stars & planets, written by TV`s favourite astronomer. For many people, looking at the sky is not enough & they would love to try & capture what they can see. Until a few years ago, capturing astronomical images was fraught with many challenges, but with the development of digital cameras replacing film, things have become much easier & great astronomical images are now within the reach of even the most novice stargazer. Mark Thompson has spent many years capturing the beauty of the night sky, first with film & now with the digital camera, & has discovered & overcome many of the pitfalls. This book takes the reader on a journey through the world of capturing astronomical images from using the humble mobile phone to specialist cameras, brought to life with Mark`s personal experiences & many of his own astronomical images. ...

In Philip`s Children`s Atlas, clear & accurate maps are combined with fascinating facts about the countries of the world to provide essential geographical information for young readers. In addition, guidance is given at the beginning of the atlas on how to use the maps, encouraging the early development of map skills. The atlas is organized spread by spread in the classic sequence: first Europe, then its land neighbour Asia, followed by Africa, Australia & Oceania, North America & South America. Illustrated with interesting full-colour photographs & packed with fact boxes, curiosities, flags, stamps & quiz questions, Philip`s Children`s Atlas is both fun to use & easy to underst&. A past winner of the Geographical Association`s award for making a significant contribution to geography, Philip`s Children`s Atlas was judged ”an excellent `all round` children`s atlas with simple yet well-designed maps, well-illustrated with colour photographs. It links places to issues, events & real people, giving a clear sense of place.” ...

In a new flexi-paperback format, Philip`s Complete Guide to Stargazing is an inspiring introduction to astronomy, providing all the information you need to explore the night sky. This is a comprehensive guide to an increasingly popular leisure pursuit. Author Robin Scagell first introduces the wonders of the night sky & explains how & why the sky changes during the night & through the seasons. He describes the various items of equipment you can use (binoculars, telescopes & accessories), & gives practical advice on what to choose & what you can expect to see. There are plenty of tips, too, for observing just with the naked eye. The book continues with chapters devoted to the Moon, the Solar System, the stars & deep sky objects, illustrated with photographs & observational drawings made by talented amateur astronomers, as well as spectacular images returned by spacecraft or taken by large telescopes. The month-by-month guide to the constellations features maps showing the constellations on view each month from both northern & southern hemispheres, & is applicable to any year & any place on Earth.A complete set of star charts presents the whole sky in a series of maps that show stars down to magnitude 5.5. These maps are drawn with black stars on a white background, so that observers can pencil their own observations on to the charts. Opposite each map is a `photo-realistic` image which shows how the same portion of the sky typically appears to the eye. Completing the book is an illustrated A-Z dictionary of astronomy, covering the planets, stars & galaxies, cosmology, amateur astron-omy & professional observatories, space exploration, famous astronomers, scientific terms, theories & much more, & is illustrated with photographs, artworks & diagrams. Philip`s Complete Guide to Stargazing is an invaluable reference source for astronomers of all levels. ...

A stimulating guide detailing recent developments in space exploration written by Paul Sutherl&. Rockets, spacecraft & satellites
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Philip`s Essential School Atlas has been specially created for lower-secondary geography students (11-14 year olds). It is ideal for work leading up to GCSE (England & Wales) National Curriculum Key Stage 3, & Scotland`s National Qualifications. The maps have been carefully designed so they are uncluttered & easy to read, containing specially selected place names & detail. A clear set of symbols & scale information accompanies each map & there is a useful introductory section covering basic atlas skills, including aerial photographs & satellite images to further explain particular features on the maps. Fully up-to-date, the atlas comprises a 16-page UK & Ireland section & a 42-page World section. Detailed regional maps, charts & satellite images of Europe, Italy, the Middle East, China, Japan, Kenya, USA, Brazil, & the Arctic & Antarctica are included, focusing on areas of special interest for students of geography, such as Japan`s volcanoes & earthquakes, conservation in Kenya, & water supply in the USA. Philip`s Essential School Atlas is ideal for special project work, featuring an informative section of world thematic maps on the environment, climate change, people, quality of life, & energy. Latitude & longitude co-ordinates are included in the index, alongside figure-letter references. ...

Philip`s Essential School Atlas has been specially created for lower-secondary geography students (11-14 year olds). It is ideal for work leading up to GCSE (England & Wales) National Curriculum Key Stage 3, & Scotland`s National Qualifications. The maps have been carefully designed so they are uncluttered & easy to read, containing specially selected place names & detail. A clear set of symbols & scale information accompanies each map & there is a useful introductory section covering basic atlas skills, including aerial photographs & satellite images to further explain particular features on the maps. Fully up-to-date, the atlas comprises a 16-page UK & Ireland section & a 42-page World section. Detailed regional maps, charts & satellite images of Europe, Italy, the Middle East, China, Japan, Kenya, USA, Brazil, & the Arctic & Antarctica are included, focusing on areas of special interest for students of geography, such as Japan`s volcanoes & earthquakes, conservation in Kenya, & water supply in the USA. Philip`s Essential School Atlas is ideal for special project work, featuring an informative section of world thematic maps on the environment, climate change, people, quality of life, & energy. Latitude & longitude co-ordinates are included in the index, alongside figure-letter references. ...