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Pattern Asterisms: A New Way to Chart the Stars

by Father Sky

Product DescriptionSince the very beginning of astronomy, people have looked up sky and constructed patterns – the constellations – out of the almost random scattering of stars in the night sky. The fact that the constellations are still used to day reflects not their historical origins, but their usefulness in identifying bright stars in the [...]

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Pleasures of the Telescope an Guide for Amateur Astronomers And

by Father Sky

The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Sports Pleasures of the Telescope an Guide for Amateur Astronomers and a Popular Description of the Chief Wonders of the Heavens for [...]

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The Night Sky 40°-50° (Large) Star Finder

by Father Sky

The Night Sky is a rotating star finder- or planisphere that allows the user to recognize the constellations for any time of night, any day of the year. The sky appears to rotate (due to the rotation and orbital motion of the earth), so to be successful recognizing the constellations a beginner needs to know [...]

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Astronomy: The Solar System and Beyond

by Father Sky

Product DescriptionASTRONOMY: THE SOLAR SYSTEM AND BEYOND and its accompanying learning tools CengageNOW and Virtual Astronomy Labs shows you your place in the universe, not just your location, but also your role as a planet dweller in an evolving universe. You will learn to focus on the scientific method through the strong central questioning themes [...]

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A Walk Through the Heavens: A Guide to Stars and Constellations

by Father Sky

A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful and easy-to-use guide to the constellations of the northern hemisphere. By following the unique simplified maps, readers will be able to easily find and identify the constellations and the stars within them. Ancient myths and legends of the sky are retold, adding to the mystery of the [...]

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Star Maps for Beginners: 50th Anniversary Edition

by Father Sky

Designed with the beginner in mind and useful to anyone interested in astronomy. Star Maps for Beginners is the classic guide to viewing and understanding the heavens. Its superb maps -- drawn in the shape of two crossed ellipses -- provide the reader with a unique perspective on the sky and have been widely acknowledged [...]

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Astronomy for All Ages, 2nd: Discovering the Universe Through Activities for Children and Adults

by Father Sky

ISBN13: 9780762708093 Condition: NEW Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product DescriptionThis collection of fifty-one fascinating and engaging activities opens up the gateway to outer space for stargazers young and old. Emphasizing group and family interaction, authors Philip Harrington and Edward Pascuzzi provide innovative activities that will help children identify, understand, and appreciate [...]

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The Firefly Encyclopedia of Astronomy

by Father Sky

An extensive astronomy reference, beautifully illustrated and expertly written. The Firefly Encyclopedia of Astronomy is organized A-Z with concise details on each topic. The pages are profusely illustrated with vivid computer graphics, photography and archival images. Included are accessible contributions by 650 world-leading astronomers covering: History from the Big Bang to present Famous astronomer bios [...]

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Cosmos

by Father Sky

The best-selling science book ever published in the English language, COSMOS is a magnificent overview of the past, present, and future of science. Brilliant and provocative, it traces today's knowledge and scientific methods to their historical roots, blending science and philosophy in a wholly energetic and irresistible way. Tags: science and philosophy, selling science, english [...]

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Explorations: An Introduction to Astronomy With Starry Night Pro DVD, Version 5.0

by Father Sky

Product DescriptionArny: Explorations-An Introduction to Astronomy, 5th edition, is built on the foundation of its well known writing style, accuracy, and emphasis on current information. This new edition continues to offer the most complete technology/new media support package available. That technology/new media package includes: 23 Interactives (located on the text ARIS Presentation center); ARIS website [...]

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Astronomy Today Volume 1: The Solar System (7th Edition)

by Father Sky

With Astronomy Today, Seventh Edition, trusted authors Eric Chaisson and Steve McMillan communicate their excitement about astronomy and awaken you to the universe around you. The text emphasizes critical thinking and visualization, and it focuses on the process of scientific discovery, making “how we know what we know” an integral part of the text. The [...]

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Astronomy Today Volume 2: Stars and Galaxies (7th Edition)

by Father Sky

With Astronomy Today, Seventh Edition, trusted authors Eric Chaisson and Steve McMillan communicate their excitement about astronomy and awaken you to the universe around you. The text emphasizes critical thinking and visualization, and it focuses on the process of scientific discovery, making “how we know what we know” an integral part of the text. The revised [...]

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Practical Astronomy With Your Calculator

by Father Sky

Product DescriptionIn its first two editions, Practical Astronomy With Your Calculator enjoyed tremendous success. Using clear and logical Practical Astronomy with your Calculator Tags: astronomy, Calculator, practical astronomy with your calculator, Practical

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CliffsQuickReview Astronomy

by Father Sky

Product DescriptionThis fast, effective tutorial helps you master the core concepts of astronomy -- and get the best possible grade. From planets, stars, and galaxies to the search for extraterrestrial life, you get clear, jargon-free explanations of the fundamentals, including all the latest discoveries and theories. CliffsQuickReview Astronomy Tags: stars and galaxies, latest discoveries, astronomy, [...]

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Digital SLR Astrophotography (Practical Amateur Astronomy)

by Father Sky

In the last few years, digital SLR cameras have taken the astrophotography world by storm. It is now easier to photograph the stars than ever before! They are compact and portable, flexible to adapt with different lenses and for telescope use, and above all DSLR cameras are easy and enjoyable to use. In this concise [...]

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The Cosmos: Astronomy in the New Millennium (With

by Father Sky

Jay Pasachoff and Alex Filippenko combine extensive research experience, teaching experience, and textbook-writing experience to offer a book that is unparalleled in its ability to present the latest science in a way that students can understand. This brief, beautifully illustrated text - one of the briefest available for the course - offers concise coverage of [...]

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The History of Astronomy

by Father Sky

Product Description Packed with color photographs, this comprehensive reference chronicles the history of astronomy. This extraordinary book traces humans' interaction with the endless wonders of the night sky. The authors, both expert astronomers, researched 29 locations worldwide, from Beijing's ancient observatory to the observatory in Puerto Rico that searches for alien radio signals. They also [...]

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Binocular Highlights: 99 Celestial Sights for Binocular Users

by Father Sky

Binocular Highlights: 99 Celestial Sights for Binocular Users (Sky & Telescope Stargazing) Tags: sky telescope, Binocular Astronomy, Binocular Highlights, Celestial Sights, Binocular Users, Nicky Henderson

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The History of Astronomy: A Very Short Introduction

by Father Sky

ISBN13: 9780192803061 Condition: NEW Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. Product DescriptionThis is a fascinating introduction to the history of Western astronomy, from prehistoric times to the origins of astrophysics in the mid-nineteenth century. Historical records are first found in Babylon and Egypt, and after two millennia the arithmetical astronomy of the Babylonians [...]

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