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From stars, planets, and galaxies to black holes, the Big Bang, and life in space, Astronomy has introduced hundreds of thousands of people worldwide to the secrets of the universe. A unique, successful self-teaching format makes it easy for you to quickly grasp basic principles and keep up with contemporary discoveries. You can use this user-friendly book alone or with a textbook, modules, Internet-based or distance-learning course, computer software, telescope manual, or as a handy reference. Updated with the latest, most accurate information and more than 100 new graphics and photos, this Seventh Edition features:
Praise for previous editions of Astronomy:
"One of the best ways by which one can be introduced to the wonders of astronomy."
—The Strolling Astronomer
"Excellent . . . provides stimulating reading and actively involves the reader in astronomy."
—The Reflector
Here is the popular, self-instructional text that explains basic principles of astronomy and space exploration.
Introduction Cosmic View 1
Chapter 1 Understanding the Starry Sky 5
Chapter 2 Light and Telescopes 31
Chapter 3 The Stars 65
Chapter 4 The Sun 95
Chapter 5 Stellar Evolution 121
Chapter 6 Galaxies 146
Chapter 7 The Universe 181
Chapter 8 Exploring the Solar System 201
Chapter 9 The Planets 229
Chapter 10 The Moon 270
Chapter 11 Comets, Meteors, and Meteorites 293
Chapter 12 Life on Other Worlds? 314
Epilogue 334
Useful Resources and Web Sites
Periodicals: Print and Online 335
Databases 335
Books by Dinah L. Moché 336
Career Information 336
Almanacs, Observing Guides, and Star Atlases 337
Organizations 337
Stunning Color Images and News Online 338
Appendixes
1. The Constellations 341
2. Physical and Astronomical Constants 343
3. Measurements and Symbols 344
4. Periodic Table of the Elements 346
5. The Nearest Stars 348
6. The Messier Objects 349
Index 352
Star and Moon Maps Back of Book
Spring Skies
Summer Skies
Autumn Skies
Winter Skies
Moon Map
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Posted July 9, 2012
I really enjoy this book. I've learned a lot from it, and it's taught me a lot I didn't already know. I'm a beginner and I found this information to be very useful.
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Informing for beginners.
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Never read it,sounds cool
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From stars, planets, and galaxies to black holes, the Big Bang, and life in space, Astronomy has introduced hundreds of thousands of people worldwide to the secrets of the universe. A unique, successful self-teaching format makes it easy for you to quickly grasp basic principles and keep up with contemporary discoveries. You can use this user-friendly book alone or with a textbook, modules, ...