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Simply Astronomy
Hardback Edition: 1
The clearest, simplest guide to astronomy and stargazing ever published
Understanding astronomy has never been easier.
Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Astronomy is the perfect introduction to astronomy and stargazing for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.
Each pared-back entry covers the essentials more clearly than ever before. The opening chapters provide an introduction to the Universe, a visual tour of the Solar System, and a guide to more distant objects such as stars and galaxies. Along the way, concepts such as the Big Bang, gravity, and space-time are introduced and explained. Later chapters describe how to navigate around the night sky and introduce some must-see constellations, complete with simple star charts.
Whether you are a complete beginner, or simply want a jargon-free reference to astronomy and stargazing, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley
Pages : 160
Publication date : 2021-11-02
Subjects: Non-fiction, Published in the UK, Science And Technology, Physics, Astronomy, Space & Time