L'observation du ciel (Broquet)

L'observation du ciel (Broquet)

Updated including the positions of the planets and upcoming eclipses through the end of 2014, and featuring new sections on observing the Moon and planets, this eighth edition of Ian Redpath's famous guide and Wil Tirion will appeal to astronomers of all ages.

Devoting a chapter to each month, the book describes the main visible stars, constellations, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. The 50 precise and easy-to-use maps provide a simple introduction to the night sky of the Northern Hemisphere. Most observation subjects are visible to the naked eye and they are all within the range of binoculars or a small telescope.

New in this edition:
• a Moon observation guide,
• informative maps designating lunar characteristics,
• information on the observation of the four bright planets: Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn,
• the position of the planets and upcoming eclipses until the end of 2014.

“Wil Tirion's maps are justifiably famous. Combined with Ian Redpath's lyrics, it all forms a tandem that's hard to beat. »
POPULAR ASTRONOMY

“For those who want to learn about the constellations and shining stars, this book has everything they need. »
Astronomy NOW

“I don’t know of a better observation guide to introduce the amateur astronomer. »
Malcolm Gouch, THE OBSERVATORY