Practical Astronomy (Classic Reprint)

Hector Macpherson

ISBN 10: 133057768X / ISBN 13: 9781330577684

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book guides aspiring astronomers, providing a practical means to make sense of the vast and seemingly incomprehensible universe. The author takes you on a journey through the constellations, guiding you in identifying stars and planets visible to the unaided eye. You'll immerse yourself in the celestial bodies that have fascinated humankind since the dawn of time, gaining insights into their history, mythology, and scientific significance. With this book in hand, you'll embark on an enlightening cosmic voyage, uncovering the wonders that lie just beyond our reach. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330577684_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Practical Astronomy (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133057768X
• ISBN 13: 9781330577684
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Astronomy

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Synopsis

Explore the practical guide to the night sky this summer and learn how to find the brightest stars with confidence.

This edition presents straightforward ways to identify key summer constellations, like Bootes with its prominent Arcturus, and nearby groups such as Corona Borealis and Hercules. You’ll discover simple methods to trace celestial figures, compare star colors, and understand how the season changes what you can see.

In clear, friendly chapters, you’ll see how summer skies differ from winter, why some stars appear dimmer at night, and how observers use lines and triangles to map the heavens. The book also introduces famous stars and clusters, explains how distant objects like star clusters are observed, and describes related phenomena such as meteors and the zodiacal light.

• Identify major summer stars and constellations, with practical finding tips.
• Learn how bright stars differ in color and magnitude, and how to compare them.
• Understand how the Milky Way region influences what you see in the sky.
• Get simple guidance on observing meteors and other notable sky events without special equipment.

Ideal for readers who want a straightforward, hands-on path to enjoying and understanding the summer sky.