Carole Stott Book order

Planisphere and Starfinder is a practical guide to finding your way around the night sky. It demystifies astronomy and introduces basic stargazing techniques, enabling you to find and recognize objects with ease. A section on the Solar System shows you how to observe the Moon, planets, and other bodies such as comets and asteroids. It also gives advice on looking at eclipses and meteor showers. The central section of the book is a detailed guide to the constellations. Each entry in the guide is illustrated with a clear star chart, supported by graphics that show where in the world the constellation can be seen and explain the symbolic meaning of its star pattern. The key features for observation are presented in an accessible list supported by advice on how best to observe them. The final section is a month-by-month guide to the night sky. A double-page spread for each month highlights the features on view, while a large-scale chart shows you where to find the planets and a table of special events lists the dates of Moon phases, eclipses, and the best times to see the planets. The book comes with a removable planisphere, showing you the entire sky above your head at any time of night and any time of year.

Delve into the wonders of the solar system with engaging insights about celestial bodies, from Venus's volcanoes to Jupiter's storms. The book offers intriguing facts about space shuttles, astronaut life, and the mysteries of stars, while also contemplating humanity's future in space exploration. Each page is designed to captivate readers with fascinating discoveries about the universe.

Young astronomers will discover the science behind stars and the phenomenon of weightlessness in space through engaging explanations. This book addresses common questions about the universe, making complex concepts accessible and interesting for curious minds. Perfect for sparking a love of astronomy, it encourages exploration and understanding of celestial bodies and the conditions of space travel.

Are you mad about space? From astronauts and asteroids to rockets and robots, this book is packed with fascinating facts and key information for all young space enthusiasts. Also includes a link to fantastic downloadable Mad About posters.

Showing you what others only tell you. Discover the history and origins of the universe and observe the stars and galaxies with over 100 star charts and profiles of all 88 constellations. Includes a month-by-month guide to highlights of the night sky. Perfect for any enthusiast this is the definitive visual guide to enjoying and appreciating astronomy.

Carole Stott provides an intergalactic adventure. From neighbouring planets in the Solar System to the mysteries of deep space, she explores the starry material of our galaxy and beyond.

A collection of many facts about outer space.

This reference book on space exploration has been structured so that the individual themes of each spread make up a complete visual story and a self-contained module of information. It is part of a series of books which provide reference information on a variety of topics.

This is one of a series of pocket-sized guides on a range of subjects. Arranged thematically for easy reference, each Pocket has been written by a subject expert in a way that aims to make the information easily accessible to readers aged 8 and up. The reference section at the back contains extra facts and figures.

Describes and illustrates the astronomical aspects of the sky, including constellations, planets, moons, and the astronomer's role in observing these.