A Walk through the Southern Sky: A Guide to Stars and Constellations and their Legends - ISBN:0521689457

A Walk through the Southern Sky: A Guide to Stars and Constellations and their Legends

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What star is that? Where is the Southern Cross? Who was Orion? Answering these questions and many more, this book will become an essential traveling companion for amateur astronomers heading abroad. Its unique simplified maps make it easy to find the constellations in the southern hemisphere skies, and the stars within them. Clear instructions guide the user on how to gauge sizes and distances, and move easily between constellations. This new edition has been updated with additional mythology information, and a list of the planet positions up to 2016. Of value to all ages, this book introduces the patterns of the starry skies in a memorable way. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide: apart from normal sight and clear skies. Beautifully illustrated, this is an ideal introduction to unfamiliar stars that will have astronomers of all levels gazing at the skies with ease.
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You dont need a telescope to learn where the constellations are - this book tells you exactly how to find them simply by looking at the sky. Its a useful skill to acquire: you can impress your friends when you stumble out of the pub by pointing out whats where in the night sky. The legends are fascinating too. This is a good book for someone who hasnt made their mind up about investing in a telescope. The Times
Its unique, simplified maps not only make constellations easy to find but also help locate the stars within them. Without having to use a telescope or other astronomical equipment, readers can gauge the sizes and separations between constellations, and easily move from one to the other, by simply following the book's clear instructions. In addition, the ancient myths and legends surrounding the constellations, are retold, providing a rich historical perspective. Astronomical Society of the Pacific

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