Author: Storm Dunlop
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008491682
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2022.
2022 Guide to the Night Sky: A month-by-month guide to exploring the skies above North America
Author: Storm Dunlop
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008491682
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2022.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008491682
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
This is the ideal resource for beginners and experienced stargazers in the United States and Canada, and has been updated to include new and practical information covering events occurring in North America's night sky throughout 2022.
2018 Guide to the Night Sky
Author: Storm Dunlop
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781770859166
Category : REFERENCE
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Royal Observatory Greenwich"--Title page.
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781770859166
Category : REFERENCE
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Royal Observatory Greenwich"--Title page.
The Monthly Sky Guide
Author: Ian Ridpath
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107683157
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
"The classic beginner's guide to the night sky."--Page 4 of cover.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107683157
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 73
Book Description
"The classic beginner's guide to the night sky."--Page 4 of cover.
The Sky Above Us
Author: Natalie Lund
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525518037
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
"A compelling, well-voiced look at how teenagers deal with tragedy." -- School Library Journal "Powerfully crafted and captivating." --Midwest Book Review From the author of We Speak in Storms comes a compelling mystery about three friends searching for the truth in the aftermath of a plane crash. The morning after their senior year beach party, Izzy, Cass, and Janie are woken by a thundering overhead. Then they and their classmates watch in shock as a plane crashes into the water. When the passengers are finally recovered, they are identified as Izzy's twin brother, Israel, Cass's ex-boyfriend, Shane, and Janie's best friend, Nate. But Izzy can feel when her brother is in pain, and she knows he's not really dead. So she, Cass, and Janie set out to discover what actually happened that day--and why the boys were on the plane. Told in alternating timelines and points of view, this powerful and captivating novel follows the three boys in the weeks leading up to that fateful flight, and the girls they left behind as they try to piece together the truth about the boys they loved and thought they knew. A spellbinding story about the ripple effects of tragedy, the questions we leave unanswered, and the enduring power of friendship. Praise for The Sky Above Us: "Achingly human with hints of magic, this tale of loss in its many forms builds a compelling mystery." --Booklist "Lund proves adept at smoothly navigating a complicated plot, building and holding suspense, and creating easily relatable, multidimensional characters." --Publishers Weekly "A bruising look at loss from many angles." --BCCB "A deftly written and simply spellbinding story about the ripple effects of tragedy, the questions we leave unanswered, and the enduring power of friendship." --Midwest Book Review
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0525518037
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
"A compelling, well-voiced look at how teenagers deal with tragedy." -- School Library Journal "Powerfully crafted and captivating." --Midwest Book Review From the author of We Speak in Storms comes a compelling mystery about three friends searching for the truth in the aftermath of a plane crash. The morning after their senior year beach party, Izzy, Cass, and Janie are woken by a thundering overhead. Then they and their classmates watch in shock as a plane crashes into the water. When the passengers are finally recovered, they are identified as Izzy's twin brother, Israel, Cass's ex-boyfriend, Shane, and Janie's best friend, Nate. But Izzy can feel when her brother is in pain, and she knows he's not really dead. So she, Cass, and Janie set out to discover what actually happened that day--and why the boys were on the plane. Told in alternating timelines and points of view, this powerful and captivating novel follows the three boys in the weeks leading up to that fateful flight, and the girls they left behind as they try to piece together the truth about the boys they loved and thought they knew. A spellbinding story about the ripple effects of tragedy, the questions we leave unanswered, and the enduring power of friendship. Praise for The Sky Above Us: "Achingly human with hints of magic, this tale of loss in its many forms builds a compelling mystery." --Booklist "Lund proves adept at smoothly navigating a complicated plot, building and holding suspense, and creating easily relatable, multidimensional characters." --Publishers Weekly "A bruising look at loss from many angles." --BCCB "A deftly written and simply spellbinding story about the ripple effects of tragedy, the questions we leave unanswered, and the enduring power of friendship." --Midwest Book Review
2021 Night Sky Almanac
Author: Nicole Mortillaro
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9780228102595
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
A portable guidebook for enjoying the night sky in 2021. 2021 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all of the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2021, with sky maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also features: Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky; Information about binoculars and telescopes; History of constellations, including Indigenous history; A glossary of terms; And much, much more! 2021 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard. The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) was founded ad hoc in 1868 and incorporated in 1890 with a dual membership of professionals and amateurs. It has 29 Canadian chapters and over 5,000 members. The Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is entering its 114th year of publication, and the RASC also produces a number of other publications and guidebooks.
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9780228102595
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
A portable guidebook for enjoying the night sky in 2021. 2021 Night Sky Almanac is the ideal resource for both novice and experienced sky watchers in the United States and Canada, with all of the advice, information and data that enthusiasts need to understand and enjoy the wonders of the night sky. This in-depth guide first introduces readers to the objects in the sky -- from stars, to comets, to globular clusters -- and then takes them through the cosmic events to look out for each month in 2021, with sky maps, moon phase charts and info about the planets. The book also features: Methods for using your hands to measure angles in the sky; Information about binoculars and telescopes; History of constellations, including Indigenous history; A glossary of terms; And much, much more! 2021 Night Sky Almanac is both a comprehensive introduction to astronomy and a quick reference book for more experienced sky watchers who don't want to miss a thing. Its compact size means it's perfect for taking on an "astro-vacation" or simply sky viewing in the backyard. The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) was founded ad hoc in 1868 and incorporated in 1890 with a dual membership of professionals and amateurs. It has 29 Canadian chapters and over 5,000 members. The Journal of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada is entering its 114th year of publication, and the RASC also produces a number of other publications and guidebooks.
Night Sky Almanac 2021: A stargazer’s guide
Author: Storm Dunlop
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008403619
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers. Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this beautiful companion to the night sky from Astronomy experts Collins.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0008403619
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 283
Book Description
The perfect gift for amateur and seasoned astronomers. Follow the progress of constellations throughout the seasons with this beautiful companion to the night sky from Astronomy experts Collins.
Night Sky Photography
Author:
Publisher: Ilex Press
ISBN: 9781781577509
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Great photography begins at sunset - learn to photograph the night sky like a professional When the night sky transforms terrestrial landscapes into otherworldly works of art, you need to know the professional techniques for capturing your own nocturnal masterpieces. This complete course combines the classic beauty of landscapes with the vast, exotic universe of astrophotography, using tried-and-tested methods that guarantee stellar results. You'll learn what gear you need and how to make the most of it; clever tricks for squeezing out every drop of image quality from a pitch-black scene; and straightforward post-production workflows to create compelling compositions of the cosmos.
Publisher: Ilex Press
ISBN: 9781781577509
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Great photography begins at sunset - learn to photograph the night sky like a professional When the night sky transforms terrestrial landscapes into otherworldly works of art, you need to know the professional techniques for capturing your own nocturnal masterpieces. This complete course combines the classic beauty of landscapes with the vast, exotic universe of astrophotography, using tried-and-tested methods that guarantee stellar results. You'll learn what gear you need and how to make the most of it; clever tricks for squeezing out every drop of image quality from a pitch-black scene; and straightforward post-production workflows to create compelling compositions of the cosmos.
100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition
Author: Dean Regas
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1507213824
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Discover the amazing wonders of the night sky with this expanded edition to 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, perfect for every amateur stargazer and armchair astronomer! Keep your feet on the ground and experience the night sky to the fullest by exploring planets, satellites, and constellations with this all-inclusive reference guide to space. 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition is full of information on the many amazing things you can see with a telescope, or just your naked eye! From shooting stars to constellations and planets to satellites, this book gives you a clear picture of what you can see on any given night. Learn about the celestial bodies that have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, with specific facts alongside traditional myths and beautifully illustrated photographs and star charts that will help you know where to look for the best view. With this illuminating guide, you’ll enjoy hours of stargazing, whether you’re travelling, camping, sitting in your back yard, or simply flipping through the beautiful images in this book.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1507213824
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
Discover the amazing wonders of the night sky with this expanded edition to 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, perfect for every amateur stargazer and armchair astronomer! Keep your feet on the ground and experience the night sky to the fullest by exploring planets, satellites, and constellations with this all-inclusive reference guide to space. 100 Things to See in the Night Sky, Expanded Edition is full of information on the many amazing things you can see with a telescope, or just your naked eye! From shooting stars to constellations and planets to satellites, this book gives you a clear picture of what you can see on any given night. Learn about the celestial bodies that have captured people’s imaginations for centuries, with specific facts alongside traditional myths and beautifully illustrated photographs and star charts that will help you know where to look for the best view. With this illuminating guide, you’ll enjoy hours of stargazing, whether you’re travelling, camping, sitting in your back yard, or simply flipping through the beautiful images in this book.
Collins Night Sky
Author: Storm Dunlop
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007436173
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
An introductory guide to navigating your way around the night sky and identifying what you can see on any given night.
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
ISBN: 0007436173
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 390
Book Description
An introductory guide to navigating your way around the night sky and identifying what you can see on any given night.
The Complete Story of the Worldwide Invasion of the Orange Orbs
Author: Terry Ray
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781620064474
Category : Unidentified flying objects
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
Terry Ray is a certified field investigator for the Mutual Unidentified Flying Object Network, known as MUFON. He is a former military pilot and trial lawyer, retired law professor emeritus, and a novelist for Sunbury Press. On the evening of July 29, 2013 in Ocean City Maryland, Terry witnessed eight large orange orbs flying very low and silently along the beach. They performed maneuvers that no Earth-made aircraft could possibly perform, in complete silence. Terry filed a report of his sighting with MUFON, but was told he saw nothing more than candle-lit Chinese lanterns. This led Ray to find out what he actually saw that night and after a year-long investigation, he wrote this book about the world-wide phenomenon of the orange orbs.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781620064474
Category : Unidentified flying objects
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
Terry Ray is a certified field investigator for the Mutual Unidentified Flying Object Network, known as MUFON. He is a former military pilot and trial lawyer, retired law professor emeritus, and a novelist for Sunbury Press. On the evening of July 29, 2013 in Ocean City Maryland, Terry witnessed eight large orange orbs flying very low and silently along the beach. They performed maneuvers that no Earth-made aircraft could possibly perform, in complete silence. Terry filed a report of his sighting with MUFON, but was told he saw nothing more than candle-lit Chinese lanterns. This led Ray to find out what he actually saw that night and after a year-long investigation, he wrote this book about the world-wide phenomenon of the orange orbs.