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Practical Astronomy

Take up the fascinating hobby of astronomy with this informative and straightforward book as your guide. In Philip's Practical Astronomy, author Storm Dunlop introduces the basic concepts of astronomy, explaining how, what and when to observe, and providing lists of recommended objects with which to start. Star charts help the reader to navigate the night sky, identify the constellations, and find planets, comets, galaxies and deep-sky objects. The book is illustrated with over 160 colourful photographs and diagrams, plus more than 30 tables. The book is organized in two parts: 'Introducing Astronomy' provides the essential information on how to observe, whether with the naked eye, binoculars or a small telescope; where and when to look; how to find your way around the sky by
'constellation-hopping'; how to use star maps and planispheres; and how to record your observations with drawings and photographs. 'Exploring the Sky' looks in more detail at the objects the amateur can view, from aurorae and meteors (shooting stars) to the Moon, Sun, planets and comets, and beyond to stars, nebulae, the Milky Way and other galaxies.Philip's Practical Astronomy is illustrated with some spectacular colour photographs as well as clear and informative diagrams, with detailed star charts by Wil Tirion, the world-renowned celestial cartographer.
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Take up the fascinating hobby of astronomy with this informative & straightforward book as your guide. In Philip's Practical Astronomy, author Storm Dunlop introduces the basic concepts of astronomy, explaining how, what & when to observe, & providing lists of recommended objects with which to start. Star charts help the reader to navigate the night sky, identify the constellations, & find planets, comets, galaxies & deep-sky objects. The book is illustrated with over 160 colourful photographs & diagrams, plus more than 30 tables. The book is organized in two parts: ' Introducing Astronomy' provides the essential information on how to observe, whether with the naked eye, binoculars or a small telescope; where & when to look; how to find your way around the sky by 'constellation-hopping'; how to use star maps & planispheres; & how to record your observations with drawings & photographs. ' Exploring the Sky' looks in more detail at the objects the amateur can view, from aurorae & meteors (shooting stars) to the Moon, Sun, planets & comets, & beyond to stars, nebulae, the Milky Way & other galaxies. Philip's Practical Astronomy is illustrated with some spectacular colour photographs as well as clear & informative diagrams, with detailed star charts by Wil Tirion, the world-renowned celestial cartographer.

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Stanfords
Stanfords was established in 1853 and opened their iconic Covent Garden flagship store in 1901. They have become the top retailer of maps, travel books and accessories in the UK and arguably offer the largest selection of maps and travel books worldwide. Famous names such as Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Ranulph Fiennes and Michael Palin have purchased from Stanfords. They now have a shop in Bristol and both stores together with other venues operate a calendar of events including talks, book signings and exhibitions. As a specialist map retailer, the map selection is comprehensive and includes road maps, street maps and walking maps from worldwide destinations, as well as a selection of world atlases and wall maps. Books include travel guides and travel literature. Stanfords also stock globes, from miniatures made of blue marble to magnificent floor-standing globes. The website features a selection of interesting articles on travel topics.
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