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The fun and easy way to explore the night sky Do you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy-to-understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe. Featuring updated star maps, charts, and an insert with gorgeous full-color photographs, Astronomy For Dummies provides an easy-to-follow introduction to the night sky. Plus, this new edition also gives you the latest theories, explanations, and insights into the basic workings of the universe. Includes updated schedules of coming eclipses of the Sun and Moon and a revised planetary appendix Covers recent discoveries in space, such as water on the Moon and Pluto's demotion from planet status Collects new websites, lists of telescope motels, sky-watching guides, and suggestions for beginner's telescopes and suppliers Brings you up-to-speed on the latest social trends and personal technology, such as stargazing mobile apps, NASA video, and the prevalence of Citizen Science networks Whether you're an amateur astronomer, space enthusiast, or enrolled in a first year astronomy course, Astronomy For Dummies has you covered.Product Identifiers
PublisherJohn Wiley & Sons INC International Concepts
ISBN-139781118376973
eBay Product ID (ePID)128862486
Product Key Features
Number of Pages360 Pages
Publication NameAstronomy for Dummies
LanguageEnglish
SubjectAstronomy
Publication Year2012
TypeTextbook
AuthorStephen P. Maran
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height232 mm
Item Weight504 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorStephen P. Maran