Philip`s Month-by-Month Stargazing 2017 is a concise guide to the northern-hemisphere night sky, helping starwatchers to see the year`s most fascinating events, whether observing with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope. The authors have also included ideas for joining Citizen Science projects at the cutting edge of astronomical research. The guide is suitable for use between latitudes 40 N & 60 N, including Britain & Irel&, Europe as far south as Rome, & Canada & 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 & phases of the Moon, the positions of the planets, & 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; plus an astrophotograph, with details of how it was taken. The Solar System Almanac explains the movement of the planets, with particular attention paid to their positions in 2017. Solar & lunar eclipses, meteor showers & 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, & then use this information to plan deep-sky observing. The book concludes with an Equipment Review. Here Robin Scagell, author of Philip`s Stargazing with a Telescope, provides a round-up of what`s new in observing technology.

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In a convenient folded format, Philip`s Moon Map is a superbly detailed, large-format map of the near (visible) side of the Moon. Specially drawn for Philip`s by Dr John Murray, an expert on the lunar surface, the map is not only a highly accurate & clear representation of the Moon but is also a practical guide for lunar observers. More than 500 physical features
- craters, seas, mountain ranges, peaks, valleys & rilles (elongated depressions)
- are named & indexed, & the landing sites of unmanned & manned spacecraft are also marked. The observer can thus readily identify objects seen through binoculars or a telescope, or pick targets for a programme of observation. The accompanying text is a practical guide to Moonwatching, which explains how to use the map & highlights the most interesting lunar features. Close-up images of some of these objects show what the observer can expect to see. Also included are photographs of the Moon at each daily stage & a smaller map of the far side, as revealed by satellites. Guidelines on drawing or photographing the Moon are also included.

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* The essential map for all Moonwatchers* Superbly detailed map of the Moon`s visible surface* 500 Moon features located, with index* Craters, seas, mountains, peaks & valleys* Landing sites of manned & unmanned spacecraft located* Helpful text aids moonwatching* Plus map of the far side of the Moon* Maps drawn by lunar expert Dr. John Murray ...

Philip`s Moon Observer`s Guide is a practical guide for Moonwatchers, suitable for both beginners & more experienced observers. Peter Grego, a well-known Moon expert, shares his enthusiasm & expertise in this informative book. Features on the Moon are best seen when they are close to the day-night line, known as the terminator. At the heart of Philip`s Moon Observer`s Guide is a day-by-day lunar observing diary based on the progress of the terminator. Using detailed sections of Moon map for each day, the author explains when to look for which features, enabling you to plan your own lunar explorations. Colourful diagrams, stunning close-up images & straightforward text explain the origin & appearance of the different types of surface feature. Eclipses are always eagerly followed by astronomers, & the author explains the best way to observe & record these fascinating events. Philip`s Moon Observer`s Guide is divided into seven chapters: Lunar geology & the Moon`s features The Moon in space The lunar observer`s equipment Moonwatching Recording your observations Eclipses & occultations The space-age Moon Philip`s Moon Observer`s Guide also

Includes:: a glossary of terms as well as details of a number of astronomical societies & groups, together with useful Internet resources.

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Philip`s Navigator Camping & Caravanning Road Atlas in an approx A3 SPIRAL-BOUND format, with 6290 bridge heights, 1447 weight & 256 width limits, plus an overprint for over 3000 caravan or camping sites. Current edition of this atlas, published in March 2016,

Includes:: a list of Camping & Caravanning Club sites indicating what facilities can be found there, 100 indexed town-centre street plans plus approach maps of 12 major urban areas, a 6-page route-planner, & a distance/journey time table. The index lists 43, 000 locations. To see the list of currently available road atlases of Britain from Philip’s, including the annually updated versions, please click on the series link. The four Philip’s Navigator Atlases have the same cartography & the scale of 1:100, 000 (1” to 1.58 miles) up to the central lowlands of Scotl&, with Scotland north of Stirling plus most of Dumfries & Galloway & the islands at 1:200, 000 (1” to 3.15 miles). Road network shows minor roads & country tracks, &

Includes:: all the standard

Features: motorway service areas, full or restricted access interchanges on motorways & primary routes, level crossings, etc. Also marked are steep gradients & locations of single or multiple speed cameras; the Camping & Caravanning & the Trucker’s versions include additional information showing height, width & weight restrictions. Railway lines are shown with stations & ferry connections are marked. Landscape is indicated by colouring for national parks, areas of outstanding natural beauty, etc, plus woodlands & beaches. Over 8000 tourist attractions & places of interest are shown & named on the maps, including nature reserves, RSPB reserves, TWT reserves, houses & gardens, beaches, marinas, canals, county showgrounds, CCC camping & caravan sites, shopping villages, World Heritage Sites, long-distance footpaths, sporting venues, park & rides, & ferries. Each page has National Grid lines at 5-km intervals.





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Fully revised & now in its third edition, Philip`s Night Sky Atlas is a highly practical star atlas that can be used anywhere in the world & at any time of the year. With a sturdy, damp-proof binding, it is the ideal choice for the backyard astronomer using binoculars or a small telescope. It contains all the maps you need to learn your way around the night sky, whether you want to find remote galaxies, sketch lunar craters or make estimates of variable stars. Author Robin Scagell explains what you can see, what equipment (if any) you will need & how to make the most of your time under the stars. The star maps are by Wil Tirion, the world-renowned celestial cartographer. The eight sky maps together show the whole of the night sky. Stars down to magnitude 5.5 are marked, together with the brighter deep-sky objects. They are drawn on a white background so that you can add your own pencil notes or observations to the maps. Opposite each of the sky maps is a photo-realistic version of the same map. In addition, constellation maps show numerous deep-sky targets, with interesting objects described in detail.A Moon map, split into quadrants, is accompanied by suggestions of what to look for, with images of the most interesting features. The author also describes how to observe & record the planets, the Sun, meteors, eclipses, comets & deep-sky objects. ...

Philip`s planispheres, discs showing what can be seen in the sky on any particular date & time at various latitudes
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The new edition Philip`s Pocket World Atlas contains 96 pages of maps that are politically coloured to emphasize countries, towns & cities, as well as major transport routes & administrative boundaries. At the beginning of the atlas are maps showing the world`s major flight paths & international organizations. In addition, there is a concise country gazetteer giving details for over 200 of the world`s nations, with useful information about area, population, capital cities, annual income, currencies & national governments. At the end of the atlas, the 24-page letter-figure index lists all major towns & cities, plus numerous geographical features such as mountains, rivers & lakes. The handy paperback format makes this pocket-sized world atlas ideal for students & travellers of all kinds. ...

Philip`s Stargazing with Binoculars, fully revised & updated for this new edition, is a practical guide describing the wide range of objects that anyone can observe in the night sky using normal binoculars. It gives clear, step-by-step instructions for finding objects, & explains what you can expect to see from both northern & southern hemispheres. It also offers useful advice about choosing & using mounts & other accessories. Binoculars provide a great start in astronomy. Compared with telescopes, they are comparatively cheap & easy to use, they are light & compact, & can be used for many other activities such as birdwatching. But when you are out there on a starry night, how do you know what to look at? Where are the best objects to observe through binoculars? Just how much can you see, & what are the tips & tricks for getting the most out of them? Philip`s Stargazing with Binoculars reveals what to expect from a pair of binoculars & how to choose the right ones if you are buying for the first time, or upgrading. It gives straightforward explanations of how they work, & how to progress from first-time user to hobby observer. It gives practical help for setting up & using any binoculars, & provides examples of objects to look at with different sizes of binoculars, from both town & country, including the Sun, Moon, planets, comets, asteroids, stars, clusters, variable stars, double stars, novae, nebulae & galaxies. Aimed principally at newcomers to astronomy of all ages, who would like to begin observing for themselves, & perhaps make contact with other amateur observers, Philip`s Stargazing with Binoculars describes a wide range of binoculars that are internationally available, with examples of objects to observe taken from both northern & southern hemispheres. The guidance given is appropriate for all observing conditions. Completing the book is a glossary of technical terms & an index, making it even easier for the beginner to use & underst&. ...

Philip`s Stargazing With Mark Thompson provides the perfect introduction to the fascinating hobby of astronomy for beginners, written by TV`s favourite astronomer. With 30 years` experience in observational astronomy & helping hundreds of newcomers get started in their new hobby, Mark Thompson takes everything he has learned & leads his readers skilfully through their early stargazing experiences in this br&-new book
- Philip`s Stargazing With Mark Thompson. He provides a wealth of knowledge, with valuable hints & tips to aid beginners in their first steps in astronomy. Not only does Mark demonstrate great observational techniques & how to find the brighter objects in the sky, but he guides his readers through the important steps of choosing & using a telescope. This is a book that will not only act as a guide to the novice astronomer but, by drawing on Mark`s own experiences, will be a companion to share in the wonders of the night sky.
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