Guidebook To The Constellations

Author : Phil Simpson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1441969411
Total Pages : 863 pages
Book Rating : 4.15/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Guidebook to the Constellations written by Phil Simpson and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-06-26 with total page 863 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook is a guide to exploring the classical night sky and its wonderful telescopic sights. All 88 officially recognized constellations are presented in natural groups which are related by their origin and location in the sky. Each group is explained by a fascinating story which tells what each constellation represents, how it appears in the sky, and why the other constellations of the group are close by, or related in some other manner. Some of these stories are classical myths which show how and why ancient cultures saw the constellations as related groups. Others are about more modern astronomers who sought recognition by filling in the gaps between the ancient constellations with inventions of their own. Both types of stories are crafted to make the constellation groups memorable, so that amateur astronomers can not only locate and recognize the constellations more easily, but also be able to pinpoint the celestial objects they contain more quickly. Specific instructions are given for finding each constellation, how to spell and pronounce the constellation and star names, plus the origins of the star names. Finder charts show each constellation group and a large area of sky around the group. These charts also indicate pointer stars which aid in finding the constellations. More detailed charts show how each constellation figure is visualized through simple line drawings. For each constellation, there is a table of about 10 to 30 telescopic objects selected to include a wide range of difficulty. Some can be glimpsed with the unaided eye, others require a 12 or 14 inch telescope. All the most prominent telescopic objects are included, plus a varied selection of interesting, but much more difficult objects. The tables include each object’s celestial coordinates, type, size, brightness, other information specific to each type of object, and a recommendation of the appropriate telescope size needed for good viewing. There are also photographs of constellations and telescopic objects, detailed locator charts for the hard-to-find objects, and plots of binary star orbital motions. The same charts used to show the constellation figures are repeated, with the addition of symbols indicating the locations of all the selected telescopic objects. An index and seven appendices help the user find specific objects or classes of objects.

Author : Jonathan Poppele
Publisher : Adventure Publications
ISBN 13 : 1591936144
Total Pages : 570 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Night Sky written by Jonathan Poppele and published by Adventure Publications. This book was released on 2016-06-15 with total page 570 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stargazing is among the most peaceful and inspiring outdoor activities. Night Sky, the award-winning book by Jonathan Poppele, makes it more fun than ever! Take a simple approach to finding 62 constellations by focusing on one constellation at a time, instead of attempting to study dizzying charts. Start with the easy-to-find constellations during each season and work toward the more difficult ones. Better yet, you'll learn how to locate any constellation in relation to the Big Dipper, the North Star and the top of the sky. With two ways to locate each constellation, you'll know where in the sky to look and what to look for! Along the way, you'll be introduced to mythology, facts and tidbits, as well as details about the planets, solar system and more! As an added bonus, the book comes with a red-light flashlight for night reading.

Author : Antonín Rükl
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789780806934
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Constellation Guidebook written by Antonín Rükl and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blends star lore with brief explanations of stellar distances, coordinates, temperatures and luminosity, novae and supernovae, and deep space objects. Entries for each constellation include a chart indicating magnitudes, variable stars, double and multiple stars, galaxies, nebulae, and clusters; a small celestial sphere highlighting the constellation's position; a brief description of interesting points within the constellation's boundaries; and photographs of deep space objects.

Author : Galactic Galactic Hunter
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781722675653
Total Pages : 146 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Constellations Handbook written by Galactic Galactic Hunter and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-09-12 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learning the constellations is difficult. Remembering them is even harder. Have you ever wanted to look up to the night sky, name any pattern of stars and be able to tell their stories? This book groups the constellations in a logical order, so that the reader can easily learn them by their origin, and see how their stories interact with one another as a group. The last pages of this book include an index of all 88 constellations, each with a slot where you can write your own personal tips and tricks in order to memorize them with ease. The Constellations Handbook is not just another guide listing all the constellations from A to Z and their location, it is the perfect companion for stargazing, and a learning journey through the ages.

Author : Milton Heifetz
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1139537156
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Walk through the Southern Sky written by Milton Heifetz and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2012-10-08 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. By following the simplified and easy-to-use starmaps, readers will be able to identify constellations with no equipment but normal sight and a clear night sky. This book provides clear instructions on how to determine star sizes and the distances between stars, allowing readers to move easily between constellations. The budding astronomer is introduced to the mystery and wonder of the southern sky as the myths and legends of its stars and constellations are wondrously retold. The third edition of this magical book features a new moon map, an updated list of planet positions, additional illustrations and more realistic star maps. It is an invaluable and beautiful guide for beginner stargazers, both young and old.

Author : Christopher Forest
Publisher : Capstone
ISBN 13 : 1429660074
Total Pages : 18 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Kids' Guide to the Constellations written by Christopher Forest and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2011-07 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes various constellations, including the myths surrounding them and how to locate them in the night sky"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Joy Manne, Ph.D.
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
ISBN 13 : 1583944869
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Family Constellations written by Joy Manne, Ph.D. and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2012-11-06 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first-ever user-friendly guide on Family Constellations—a powerful group therapy method that uses family history as an avenue for understanding and resolving conflicts of the present Mapping out a “family constellation,” explains Dr. Joy Manné, encompasses exploring previous powerful life events from accidents to adoptions and accessing the deepest dynamics in that family system. This process helps us recognize and then resolve deeply seated family patterns. For example, in order to understand a person’s inability to trust, the family history of betrayal must be uncovered and released. These insights replace resentment with respect, pain with understanding. In this book, Dr. Manné uses the knowledge gained from her own practice as well as her educational experiences with Bert Hellinger—the founder of Family Constellations therapy—to clearly describe this unique therapeutic method. Most Family Constellation sessions are carried out in a group setting, with the facilitator first seeking clarity regarding the issue or problem the client has come to work out. Representatives are then chosen from among the group and the constellation is set up and worked in until it comes to resolution. This may be followed by a closing ritual and advice about how to integrate what the constellation has revealed. Through the use of real-life examples of Family Constellations, Dr. Manné makes this increasingly popular practice understandable and relatable.

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Publisher : Phaidon Press
ISBN 13 : 9780714877723
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Seeing Stars written by and published by Phaidon Press. This book was released on 2018-11-19 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A graphically stunning, comprehensive introduction to the constellations This artful and accessible introduction to constellations equips readers with the information they need to locate, name, and explain all 88 internationally recognized constellations. Each cluster of stars is featured alongside the "story" (mythological or historical) behind its naming, tips on how to find it, what times of year it is visible, and key stars and asterisms within its grouping. Complete with star maps and a glossary, this keepsake volume of visual reference and beauty is perfect for inquisitive young stargazers. Colors are brighter than they appear - printed in pure Pantones. Book jacket features foil stamping and laser-cut pinholes. Ages 7-10

Author : Dr. Jason Lisle
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
ISBN 13 : 0890516413
Total Pages : 241 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Stargazer's Guide to the Night Sky written by Dr. Jason Lisle and published by New Leaf Publishing Group. This book was released on 2012 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Unless otherwise noted, Scripture quoatations are from the New King James Version of the Bible."--T.p. verso.

Author : Giles Sparrow
Publisher : Quercus
ISBN 13 : 9781623650889
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Constellations written by Giles Sparrow and published by Quercus. This book was released on 2013-10-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Constellations is a guide to the night sky that focuses on these 88 distinctive patterns, revealing their often intriguing storiesâ??their origins, mythology, present-day significance, and the multitude of wondrous objects they contain. Complete with over 300 of the best astronomical images ever captured, a comprehensive introduction to the stars and other celestial phenomena, and a series of newly commissioned, state-of-the-art maps showing the stars that are visible from populated latitudes in both hemispheres throughout the year, this magnificent guide has all you need to know to become an expert stargazer. Step outside on a clear night, and the number of stars in the night sky can be overwhelming. Take a pair of binoculars or a small telescope with you, and a celestial vista of star clusters and clouds, knots of gas and dust, nearby planets and distant galaxies is revealed. Since ancient times, stargazers have made sense of the night sky by grouping its stars into constellationsâ??star patterns that often have symbolic or mythological meanings.