Stargazing For Dummies

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By Steve Owens

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Stargazing For Dummies by Steve Owens is an accessible guide for novice astronomers keen on exploring the night sky. The book offers practical advice on how to observe stars and planets, with tips on equipment, choosing the right time, and understanding celestial events. With clear explanations and expert insights, it inspires readers to embark on their own stargazing adventures.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a budding interest in astronomy and want to explore the night sky with an engaging, easy-to-understand guide. This book may appeal to you if you are a beginner stargazer eager to learn how to identify stars, planets, and constellations, making celestial discoveries accessible and enjoyable.

Reach for the stars Stargazing is the practice of observing the night sky and its contents - from constellations through to planets and galaxies. Stars and other night sky objects can be seen with the naked eye, or seen in greater numbers and in more detail with binoculars or a telescope.

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Reach for the stars

Stargazing is the practice of observing the night sky and its contents - from constellations through to planets and galaxies. Stars and other night sky objects can be seen with the naked eye, or seen in greater numbers and in more detail with binoculars or a telescope.

Stargazing For Dummies offers you the chance to explore the night sky, providing a detailed guide to the main constellations and also offering advice on viewing other night sky objects such as planets and nebulae. It's a great introduction to a fun new hobby, and even provides a fun way to get the kids outside while doing something educational!

Gives you an introduction to looking at the sky with binoculars or a telescope
Offers advice on photographing the night sky
Without needing to get your head around mind-bending theories, you can take part in some practical physics

If you're looking for easy-to-follow guidance on getting to know the night sky, Stargazing For Dummies has you covered.

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?

Stargazing For Dummies receives high praise for being both informative and accessible, serving as an excellent introductory guide to practical astronomy. Reviewers commend its usefulness as a reference and its engaging writing style, making it a fun read for beginners with an interest in exploring the night sky.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118411568

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 January 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Steve Owens is a freelance science writer and presenter with a passion for astronomy. He has been the recipient of the 'Campaign for Dark Skies' Award for Dark Sky Preservation, and he was nominated for the Arthur C. Clarke Award for public science engagement.