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Constellations
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Author : Govert Schilling
language : en
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
Release Date : 2019-06-04
Constellations written by Govert Schilling and has been published by Black Dog & Leventhal this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-06-04 with Science categories.
Perfect for stargazers and armchair astronomers of all ages, CONSTELLATIONS is a beautifully illustrated, fascinatingguide to all 88 constellations, including an illustrated star map for each. In CONSTELLATIONS, award-winning astronomy writer Govert Schilling takes us on an unprecedented visual tour of all 88 constellations in our night sky. Much more than just a stargazer's guide, CONSTELLATIONS is complete history of astronomy as told by Schilling through the lens of each constellation. The book is organized alphabetically by constellation. Profiles of each constellation include basic information such as size, visibility, and number of stars, as well as information on the discovery and naming of the constellation and associated lore. Beyond details about the constellation itself is information about every astronomical event that took place or discovery made in the vicinity of the constellation. In the constellation of Cygnus (the Swan) we encounter the location of the first confirmed black hole. A stop at Gemini (the Twins) is a chance to say hello to the dwarf planet Pluto, and in Orion (the hunter) we find the location of the first identified gamma-ray burst. Stunning star maps throughout the book by acclaimed star mapmaker Wil Tirion show us the exact location of every constellation, the details of its structure, as well as its surrounding astronomical neighbors.
Constellations
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Author : Gregory Vogt
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2003-09
Constellations written by Gregory Vogt and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-09 with Constellations categories.
Describes some of the constellations that can be seen in the night sky, including how to use constellations to find specific stars.
Uncharted Constellations
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Author : John C. Barentine
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2016-04-04
Uncharted Constellations written by John C. Barentine and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-04 with Science categories.
This book compiles an array of interesting constellations that fell by the wayside before the IAU established the modern canon of constellations. That decision left out lesser known ones whose history is nevertheless interesting, but at last author John Barentine is giving them their due. This book is a companion to "The Lost Constellations", highlighting the more obscure configurations. The 16 constellations found in this volume fall into one or more of three broad categories: asterims, such as the Big Dipper in Ursa Major; single-sourced constellations introduced on surviving charts by a cartographer perhaps currying the favor of sponsors; and re-brands, new figures meant to displace existing constellations, often for an ideological reason. All of them reveal something unique about the development of humanity's map of the sky.
Constellations
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Author : Dana Meachen Rau
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2005
Constellations written by Dana Meachen Rau and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Constellations categories.
Discusses the history of constellations, early astronomers, and the purpose of using constellations.
The Lost Constellations
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Author : John C. Barentine
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2015-10-23
The Lost Constellations written by John C. Barentine and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-23 with Science categories.
Casual stargazers are familiar with many classical figures and asterisms composed of bright stars (e.g., Orion and the Plough), but this book reveals not just the constellations of today but those of yesteryear. The history of the human identification of constellations among the stars is explored through the stories of some influential celestial cartographers whose works determined whether new inventions survived. The history of how the modern set of 88 constellations was defined by the professional astronomy community is recounted, explaining how the constellations described in the book became permanently “extinct.” Dr. Barentine addresses why some figures were tried and discarded, and also directs observers to how those figures can still be picked out on a clear night if one knows where to look. These lost constellations are described in great detail using historical references, enabling observers to rediscover them on their own surveys of the sky. Treatment of the obsolete constellations as extant features of the night sky adds a new dimension to stargazing that merges history with the accessibility and immediacy of the night sky.
Exploring Constellations
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Author : Sara L. Latta
language : en
Publisher: Raintree
Release Date : 2018-07-12
Exploring Constellations written by Sara L. Latta and has been published by Raintree this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-07-12 with Constellations categories.
Explore the amazing science behind constellations.
Stories Of The Constellations
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Author : Kieron Connolly
language : en
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd
Release Date : 2014-09-01
Stories Of The Constellations written by Kieron Connolly and has been published by Amber Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The stories behind the 12 star signs (such as the Gemini twins, the Taurus bull), along with more than 25 other characters from mythology who also have a place in the heavens, such as Perseus carrying Medusa’s head of snakes, three-headed dog Cerberus and hero Hercules fighting the dragon Draco.
The Kids Guide To The Constellations
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Author : Christopher Forest
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2011-07
The Kids Guide To The Constellations written by Christopher Forest and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-07 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
"Describes various constellations, including the myths surrounding them and how to locate them in the night sky"--Provided by publisher.
Stories In The Stars
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Author : Susanna Hislop
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2014-10-30
Stories In The Stars written by Susanna Hislop and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-30 with Science categories.
***AS READ ON BBC RADIO 4*** Travel the night sky and discover the stories in the stars. ‘What a beautiful book it is! A treasured possession.’ Mary Beard 'No astronomy book can claim to be as beautiful as the night sky, but Stories in the Stars comes closest!' Tristan Gooley Look up: above us is a jet-black canvas pricked with white dots, and a carnival of animals, mythical creatures, gods and goddesses in its shining constellations. Here, Susanna Hislop – writer and stargazer – and Hannah Waldron – international artist – leap between centuries, cultures and traditions to present a whole universe of stories in all their blazing glory. Stories in the Stars is an imaginative and whimsical exploration of each of the night sky’s 88 constellations: a playful and stunningly illustrated compendium.
Night Sky
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Author : Jonathan Poppele
language : en
Publisher: Adventure Publications
Release Date : 2016-06-15
Night Sky written by Jonathan Poppele and has been published by Adventure Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-15 with Nature categories.
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.