The Concise Atlas of the Stars by Serge Brunier

The Concise Atlas of the Stars by Serge Brunier

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A guide to the night sky that makes it simple and easy to pinpoint specific stars and identify them by name. It uses transparent overlays and page-sized images of the night sky to identify stars, nebulas, galaxies and 15 of the most interesting constellations. This guide is attractively illustrated with clear star maps and spectacular photographs.

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The Concise Atlas of the Stars by Serge Brunier

This guide to the night sky makes it simple and easy to pinpoint specific stars and identify them by name. It uses transparent overlays and page-sized images of the night sky to identify stars, nebulas, galaxies and 15 of the most interesting constellations. Each major constellation is presented as a double page spread with a transparent overlay. Details include: Name of constellation; Location, luminosity, dimensions; Best season to observe; History and characteristics; Map of the constellation and its surroundings; Transparency showing the outline of the constellation and its surrounding stars; and Full page night sky photograph of the constellation. A wiro-binding (concealed within a hardback spine) allows the book to open flat at any page to keep the hands free for adjusting a telescope or viewing equipment. Attractively illustrated with clear star maps and spectacular photographs, this is an accurate and handy reference to the night sky.
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ISBN 13 9781554070756
ISBN 10 1554070759
Title The Concise Atlas of the Stars
Author Serge Brunier
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Firefly Books Ltd
Year published 2005-10-13
Number of pages 64
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.