The Sun

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Beginner’S Guide to Our Local Star, Including Solar and Lunar Eclipses

By Collins Astronomy and Royal Observatory Greenwich and Dr. Ryan French

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The Sun by Collins Astronomy, Royal Observatory Greenwich, and Dr. Ryan French offers a comprehensive exploration of our closest star, detailing its significance in the solar system. It delves into the sun's life cycle, its influence on Earth, and its central role in astronomy. Accessible to both enthusiasts and beginners, the book combines scientific facts with engaging illustrations to enhance understanding.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the mysteries of space and want to delve deeper into the scientific principles behind our closest star. Whether you're an amateur astronomer or just love learning about the universe, this book offers engaging insights and stunning images that explore the Sun's critical role in our solar system.

The Sun

A perfect book for anyone wishing to learn more about our local star, eclipses and the Northern Lights

The Sun is incredibly dynamic and shrouded in mystery, despite its apparent unchanging appearance in the daytime sky. In this guide, Dr. Ryan French explores history, science and modern observations to uncover the mysteries of the Sun.

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A perfect book for anyone wishing to learn more about our local star, eclipses and the Northern Lights.

The Sun is incredibly dynamic and shrouded in mystery, despite its apparent unchanging appearance in the daytime sky. In this guide, Dr. Ryan French explores history, science and modern observations to uncover the mysteries of the Sun.

From ancient astronomers who hailed the Sun as a deity, to new age space exploration, the way we observe the Sun has come a long way. Humanity’s scientific journey to understand the Sun has included many intriguing and humorous tales from over the centuries.

In today’s age, it is far easier to become a sun observer. Learn about cutting-edge space observations of the Sun and how to access these images from home. Uncover further methods of observing the Sun safely from your own back garden using off-the-shelf solar telescopes, DIY pin-hole cameras and solar projectors.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Sun by Collins Astronomy and Dr. Ryan French offers readers a comprehensive guide to understanding and observing the Sun, highlighted by its practical approach to high-resolution solar observations. It is praised as an excellent starting point for both amateur and professional solar observers who wish to deepen their study of the Sun.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008580230

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 170g

Pages: 112

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Collins Astronomy Dr. Ryan French Education & Reference Engineering, Technology & Agriculture Non-Fiction Royal Observatory Greenwich Science & Nature

About the Author

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich is the home of Greenwich Mean Time and the Prime Meridian of the World, making it the official starting point for each new day and year. It is also home to London's only planetarium, the Harrison timekeepers and the UK's largest refracting telescope. It runs the annual Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition.