A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos

Thompson, Mark

ISBN 10: 0552170399 / ISBN 13: 9780552170390

Published by Corgi (edition ), 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Down to Earth Guide to the Cosmos
• Publisher: Corgi (edition )
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0552170399
• ISBN 13: 9780552170390
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Fair

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Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to the night sky for stargazers and amateur astronomers of all ages

To the beginner, the star-filled night sky can seem mysterious and unfathomable. But with this book as a guide the awesome nature of the Cosmos is brought down to Earth. Over the course of 12 chapters it will take you on a journey through space, tackling the key concepts of astronomy and unlocking the secrets of the sky. From the origins of our Universe to the ever evolving techniques used to explore deep space, this book traces the journey of galactic discovery that has obsessed mankind for thousands of years. Accompanying the narrative, a series of monthly sky guides focus on the astronomical highlights visible at each given time of year, with handy charts to show you exactly what to look for and how to navigate around the sky at night.

About the Author

Mark Thompson is one of the presenters on the BBC One award nominated show Stargazing Live and the resident astronomer on ITV’s The Alan Titchmarsh Show. He writes for a number of websites including Discovery News' Space pages and the Space Exploration Network.