A Walk through the Southern Sky

A Walk through the Southern Sky by Milton D Heifetz

What star is that? Where is the Southern Cross? Who was Orion? A Walk Through the Southern Sky is a beautiful guide to pathways in the night sky which answers these questions and many more. Its unique simplified maps make it easy to find by eye the constellations and stars within them. Clear instructions guide the user on how to gauge sizes and distances, and how to move easily between constellations. Ancient myths and legends of the sky, thousands of years old, are retold to add to the mystery of the stars. Written with the complete beginner in mind, this book introduces the patterns of the starry skies in a memorable way. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide: apart from normal sight and clear skies. Magically illustrated by Wil Tirion, this is an ideal introduction to launch the young astronomer on a journey across the starlit skies.

"Its unique, simplified maps not only make constellations easy to find but also help locate the stars within themWithout having to use a telescope or other astronomical equipment, readers can gauge the sizes and separations between constellations, and easily move from one to the other, by simply following the book's clear instructions. In addition, the ancient myths and legends surrounding the constellations, are retold, providing a rich historical perspective." Astronomical Society of the Pacific
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ISBN 13	9780521665148
ISBN 10	0521665140
Title	A Walk through the Southern Sky
Author	Milton D Heifetz
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Cambridge University Press
Year published	2000-08-15
Number of pages	120
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