A large-format resource features a range of lavishly detailed charts in a magnitude of 6.5, covering each of the eighty-eight constellations with specially commissioned charts and accompanying text, i
Ruggles (archaeoastronomy, U. of Leicester, England) assembles information from around the world about the beliefs and practices concerning the sky in the past, especially in prehistory, and the uses
Few books are devoted entirely to the rich skies of the southern hemisphere. Stars of the Southern Skies draws on the knowledge of South African experts to offer stargazers some unique insights into t
The biennial IAA Symposium on Small Satellites for Earth Observation provides a forum for scientists, engineers and managers to exchange information about planned and on-going programs and missions, a
This full color highly illustrated and engaging compact guide to stars, asteroids, meteors and comets, presents a world of possibility in your pocket. This Smithsonian Gem features individual charts
Recounts how humans have sought to understand outer space, explains how telescopes work, describes various space vehicles, and offers information and photographs of recent discoveries in the solar sys
Originally published two decades ago, The Soul of the Night is a classic work that is a must for those interested in the relationship between science and faith.
Exploring the macrocosm from colossal galactic superclusters to quiet backwater planets, Matt Tweed offers a primer on the cosmos for anyone fascinated by the heavens. Taking a guided tour through th
For decades Hoyle's slightly cherubic face and crisp waves of hair graced many an article in the popular press and science fiction novel jacket. His was the Voice of the Astronomer to the public, and
"This A to Z children's pictorial covers topics such as the planets, craters, comets, orbits, and telecopes. Each word related to our galaxy or to space is introduced with a simple poem for younger re
A concise reference by a best-selling astronomy author. The Guide to Stars and Planets is a practical guide to the night sky featuring detailed maps of the moon and constellations, plus a host of r
Presents the life and accomplishments of the African American man whose interest in reading and mathematics helped him publish a farmer's almanac and survey the U.S. capital during a time when few Afr
