{"title":"Brian Jones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrian Jones\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts insightful works within the realm of \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, guiding readers through the wonders of the natural world and the cosmos. His writing offers accessible yet detailed explorations, making complex scientific topics engaging for enthusiasts and curious minds alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom comprehensive annual overviews of astronomical events to thoughtful examinations of natural phenomena, Brian Jones’ books provide a rich blend of information and inspiration. They invite readers to deepen their understanding of the universe and our place within it.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"yearbook-of-astronomy-2026-by-brian-jones-9781036126452","title":"Yearbook of Astronomy 2026","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining its appealing style and presentation, the \u003cem\u003eYearbook of Astronomy 2026\u003c\/em\u003e contains comprehensive jargon-free monthly sky notes and an authoritative set of sky charts to enable backyard astronomers and sky gazers everywhere to plan their viewing of the year's eclipses, comets, meteor showers and minor planets. It also details the phases of the Moon and visibility and locations of the planets throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo supplement all this, the \u003cem\u003eYearbook of Astronomy 2026\u003c\/em\u003e features a variety of entertaining and informative articles, a hallmark of the publication. Presenting readers with information on a wide range of topics, the articles for the 2026 edition include, among others:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecent Advances in Astronomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecent Advances in Solar System Exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnniversaries in 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Astronomers' Stars: Taking It to Extremes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHawking Stars\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubrahmanyan Chandrasekhar and Professor A. S. Eddington\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlanetary Protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNearby Worlds Out There: The Many Kinds of Exoplanet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComets and Literature in the Nineteenth Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOn the Origin of NASA Names\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMission to Mars: Countdown to Building a Brave New World: Pausing for Thought\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA History of Observatory Designs: The Telescope Age\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSidewalk Astronomy: Cosmos to Kerbside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis iconic publication made its first appearance way back in 1962, shortly after the dawning of the Space Age. Now well into its seventh decade of production, the \u003cem\u003eYearbook\u003c\/em\u003e continues to be essential reading for anyone lured and fascinated by the magic of astronomy, and who has a desire to extend their knowledge of the Universe and the wonders to which it plays host. The \u003cem\u003eYearbook of Astronomy\u003c\/em\u003e is indeed an inspiration to amateur and professional astronomers alike, and warrants a place on the bookshelf of all stargazers and watchers of the skies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUTHOR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brian Jones hails from Bradford in the West Riding of Yorkshire and was a founder member of the Bradford Astronomical Society. He developed a fascination for astronomy at the age of five when he first saw the stars through a pair of binoculars. His interest led him to write sky guides for local newspapers, appear on local radio and television, teach astronomy and space in schools, and, in 1985, become a full-time astronomy and space writer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2017, Brian has been the editor of the \u003cem\u003eYearbook of Astronomy\u003c\/em\u003e and has penned around 20 books to date, covering a wide range of astronomy- and space-related topics for both children and adults. His passion for bringing an appreciation of the universe to his readers is reflected in his writing. The minor planet 45689 Brianjones is named after him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e100 colour illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bookreps NZ Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900711485676,"sku":"9781036126452","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/brian-jones.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}