Cosmos: An Illustrated History of Astronomy and Cosmology
ISBN: 0226594416 Binding: Paperback Edition: Revised Author(s): John North Publisher: University Of Chicago Press Number of Pages: 736
For millennia humans have studied the skies to help them grow crops navigate the seas and earn favor from their gods We still look to thestars todayfor answers to fundamental questions: How did the universe begin Will it end and if so how What is our place within it John North has been examining such questions for decades In Cosmos he offers a sweeping historical survey of the two sciences that help define our place in the universe: astronomy and cosmology Organizing his history chronologically North begins by examining Paleolithic cave drawings that clearly chart the phases of the moon He then investigates scientific practices in the early civilizations of Egypt Greece China and the Americas (among others) whose inhabitants developed sophisticated methods to record the movements of the planets and stars Trade routes and religious movements North notes brought these ancient styles of scientific thinking to the attention of later astronomers whose own theoriessuch as Copernicus planetary theoryled to the Scientific Revolution The work of master astronomers including Ptolemy Galileo Kepler and Newton is described in detail as are modern-day developments in astrophysics such as the advent of radio astronomy the brilliant innovations of Einstein and the many recent discoveries brought about with the help of the Hubble telescope This new edition brings Norths seminal book right up to the present day as North takes a closer look at last years reclassification of Pluto as a dwarf planet and gives a thorough overview of current research With more than two hundred illustrations and a comprehensive bibliography Cosmos is the definitive history of astronomy and cosmology It is sure to find an eager audience among historians of science and astronomers alike (20091218)
ISBN: 0961320753 Binding: Map Edition: Large Plastic 30-40 degrees Edition Author(s): David S. Chandler Publisher: David Chandler Co. Number of Pages: 2
The Night Sky is a rotating star finder (planisphere) that allows the user to recognize the constellations for any time of night any day of the year The sky appears to rotate (due to the rotation and orbital motion of the earth) so to be successful recognizing the constellations a beginner needs to know which stars are above the horizon at any time This is the full-sized version of The Night Sky suitable for the 30-40 latitude zone (southern half of the US North Africa Middle East etc) There are editions for the following latitude zones: 50-60 40-50 30-40 20-30 and the Southern Hemisphere There are also pocket-sized versions available for the same latitude zones
ISBN: 0395935423 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Jay M. Pasachoff Professor of Astronomy Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Number of Pages: 128
A basic field guide for beginning observers of the night sky introducing information on the locations names and characteristics of stars constellations and other bodies in outer space
ISBN: 054713178X Binding: Paperback Edition: 2 Author(s): H. A. Rey Publisher: HMH Books Number of Pages: 72
Containing star charts a guide to the constellations and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky this classic book makes H A Reys passion for astronomy evident on every page Second edition updates concentrate on the planetary and solar system information in the latter part of the book Facts and figures for each planet have been revised and new scientific information has been added such as Plutos reclassification as a dwarf planet
A Walk through the Heavens: A Guide to Stars and Constellations and their Legends
ISBN: 0521544157 Binding: Paperback Edition: 3 Author(s): Milton D. Heifetz, Wil Tirion Publisher: Cambridge University Press Number of Pages: 96
A Walk through the Heavens is a beautiful and easy-to-use guide to the constellations of the northern hemisphere By following the unique simplified maps readers will be able to easily find and identify the constellations and the stars within them Ancient myths and legends of the sky are retold adding to the mystery of the stars Written for the complete beginner this practical guide introduces the patterns of the starry skies in a memorable way No equipment is needed apart from normal sight and clear skies Milton D Heifetz is a clinical professor of neurosurgery at the University of Southern California and visiting professor at Harvard Medical School This is his first astronomy book Wil Tirion is the author of numerous sky guides including The Cambridge Guide to Stars and Planets (1997) The Cambridge Star Atlas (1996) and The Monthly Sky Guide (Cambridge 2003) Previous Edition Hb (1998): 00-521-62513-0
ISBN: Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Margaret Penston Publisher: Firefly Books Number of Pages: 472
An extensive astronomy reference beautifully illustrated and expertly written The Firefly Encyclopedia of Astronomy is organized A-Z with concise details on each topic The pages are profusely illustrated with vivid computer graphics photography and archival images Included are accessible contributions by 650 world-leading astronomers covering:
History from the Big Bang to present
Famous astronomer bios
Key space missions since the launch of Sputnik
The work of observatories worldwide
"Backyard stargazing is a lot more fun when you understand what you're looking at The Orion Nebula is pretty in any telescope but the view is all the more inspiring when you know that the light you're seeing left the nebula as the Roman Empire fell and that new stars are continually forming from the glowing gas "It's appropriate that professionals and amateurs should come together to produce such a work because at the dawn of the twenty-first century the line between the two communities is becoming blurred Technology is putting state-of-the-art capabilities into the hands of backyard observers many of whom are now collaborating with professionals to study phenomena as diverse as Martian dust storms and bursts of energetic radiation from distant galaxies "Wherever your astronomical interests take you this encyclopedia will be a welcome and valuable companion" Rick Fienberg Editor-in-Chief of Sky and Telescope magazine (200601)
The Culture of Astronomy- Origin of Number, Geometry, Science, Law, and Religion
ISBN: 1935098756 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Thomas Karl Dietrich Publisher: Bascom Hill Publishing Group Number of Pages: 480
Astronomy the first science is responsible for myriad developments in the modern world In ancient times the shifts and changes occurring in the stars were used to explain all things The relationships between the sun moon planets and stars led to the development of scientific systems Astronomy revealed the operations of the seasons and facilitated weather prediction leading to many of humankind's advances But astronomy had magical as well as practical applications Ancient people believed that the winter solstice sunrise brought a spiritual awakening to the material world Astronomy also offers explanations for mysteries surrounding holy numbers and sacred geometry formulating and answering questions about numerical references in the Bible and in ancient civilizations Here Thomas Karl Dietrich explores astronomy's impact on the world today delving into the histories of many civilizations to explain the world as we know it and to raise new questions about what the future holds
ISBN: 049538724X Binding: Hardcover Edition: 10 Author(s): Michael A. Seeds Publisher: Brooks Cole Number of Pages: 688
With this newly revised tenth edition of FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY author Mike Seeds' goal is to help you use astronomy to understand science--and use science to understand what we are Fascinating and engaging this text will help you answer two fundamental questions: What are we How do we know This edition addresses the newest developments and latest discoveries in the exciting study of astronomy including new data on Jupiter's ring system; new observations of the shapes of stars; new evidence of dark energy quasars and galaxy collisions; and a look inside supernova explosions And for students looking for an interactive alternative to the print text the FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY Online Version is the ideal solution The Online Version gives you Web-based access to a digital version of Michael A Seeds' best-selling astronomy textbook If your instructor is using the Enhanced WebAssign online homework management system the Online Version includes access to your homework assignments as well allowing you to quickly navigate between your homework and the text Visit wwwwebassignnetseeds to learn more
What's Out There?: A Book about Space (Reading Railroad)
ISBN: 0448405172 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Lynn Wilson Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap Number of Pages: 32
What is the sun made of What causes night and day Why does the moon change shape Colorful collage illustrations and an easy-to-understand text bring planets stars comets and the wondrous things out there in space right down to earth in a simple introduction to the solar system for young armchair astronauts Full color
Navigating the Night Sky: How to Identify the Stars and Constellations (Patrick Moore's Practical Astronomy Series)
ISBN: 1852337370 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Guilherme de Almeida Publisher: Springer Number of Pages: 217
This book will interest anyone who marvels at the night sky and would like to learn to recognise constellations and identify the brightest stars by name Renowned amateur astronomer Guilherme de Almeida dispels the myth that specialist knowledge and elaborate instruments are a prerequisite for all astronomical observation His book emphasizes the point that getting to know the night sky with the naked eye is an essential platform from which to start any astronomical observation Step-by-step the reader is guided through the knowledge needed to recognise key constellations identify stars and planets and interpret changes in the overall appearance of the sky throughout the year The text is enhanced by the use of maps and illustrations making this practical guide an invaluable text for all but the most advanced amateur astronomers
