Cambridge Guide to Stars and Planets

by Patrick Moore and Sir Patrick Moore

Book Overview

A concise reference by a best-selling astronomy author. The Guide to Stars and Planets is a practical guide to the night sky featuring detailed maps of the moon and constellations, plus a host of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521585821
• ISBN13: 9780521585828
• Release Date: February 1997
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.0" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

Excellent introductory "field guide" to Astronomy

I would highly recommend Sir Patrick Moore's Guide to Stars and Planets for anyone looking for a well-rounded introdution to the field of Astronomy and star watching. He covers most aspects of the subject in clear terms with excellent maps & diagrams, such that the newcomer will find it informative, and the veteran astronomer/star watcher can appreciate its pocket size, simplicity, and wealth of information (considering its size). Considering its affordability, this is a great way to introduce someone to the field, encourage a neophyte, provide a handy field reference, or even give as a gift! Do note that it is not updated to include some of the very recent discoveries or changes (e.g., Pluto as a dwarf planet, discovery of Eris & Haumea). All the same, this is a great buy, for what its worth.