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Philip's Stargazing is the perfect practical guide for both budding and experienced astronomers. ""If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this."" - BBC Sky at Night Magazine ""I will continue to enjoy 'Philip's Stargazing' as the months go by."" - Helen Sharman, Astronaut ""Very useful indeed."" - Chris Lintott, Sky at Night presenter Philip's Stargazing is essential for all those who enjoy exploring the night sky, with up-to-date monthly star charts, moon calendars and viewing tips, as well as the best dark-sky sites to visit and astronomy festivals through the year. Compiled by experts and specially designed for easy use, Stargazing 2025 is a comprehensive companion for both seasoned and novice astronomers. * Fully updated colour star chart for each month of the year * Viewing recommendations and practical advice * Top constellation, target object, topic and picture for each month * Daily Moon Phase Calendar, highlighting special lunar events throughout the year * Planet Watch for ideal viewing days in 2025 * The best places to experience Dark Skies * The latest on Star Festival, Star Parties and astronomy-themed days out * Expert advice from internationally renowned astronomer professor Nigel Henbest * Special article by equipment expert Robin Scagell on small refracting telescopes * Complete calendar of major astronomical events * Top 20 Sky Sights of 2025 * Jargon Buster, explaining common or confusing terms * Clear explanation of the planets' movements, solar and lunar eclipses, meteors and comets

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Author:   Nigel Henbest
Publisher:   Octopus Publishing Group
Imprint:   Philip's
Dimensions:   Width: 14.80cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 20.80cm
Weight:   0.220kg
ISBN:  

9781849076524

ISBN 10:   1849076529
Pages:   96
Publication Date:   15 August 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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If you buy just one guide...you won't do better than this * BBC Sky at Night Magazine *

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After researching at Cambridge, Professor Nigel Henbest was appointed consultant to both New Scientist magazine and the Royal Greenwich Observatory.He is a future astronaut with Virgin Galactic. The author has written over fifty books on astronomy and space, as well as presenting/producing dozens of radio and TV programmes for the international market.

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