Collins Stars and Planets by Royal Observatory Greenwich
Stars and Planets is a colourful introduction to the exciting world of astronomy and the ideal identification guide to the Universe. The book is illustrated with more than 200 stunning colour photographs, artworks and maps. Concise chapters introduce the stars and galaxies and explore the origin of the Universe. The book includes many star charts showing stars visible to the naked eye. A young budding astronomer will be able to use these charts from any point on Earth to learn the constellations that brighten up the night sky. Packed with fascinating facts and figures about the wonders of the Universe, Collins Stars and Planets is richly illustrated with full-colour images of the planets, their moons and recent space discoveries. Written at an introductory level appropriate for young students of the ever fascinating subject of space.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.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780007532261 |
| ISBN 10 | 0007532261 |
| Title | Collins Stars and Planets |
| Author | Royal Observatory Greenwich |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 2013-08-15 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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