The ideal night sky gift for all amateur and experienced astronomers "This is a great guide to the night sky at a great price." Astronomy Now "A handy and straightforward guide." British Astronomical Association's Journal "An ideal Christmas stocking-filler." The Observatory Magazine This practical guide is both an easy introduction to astronomy and a useful reference for seasoned stargazers. Now includes a section on comets and a map of the moon. Designed specifically for North America. Written and illustrated by astronomical experts. Content includes: * Advice on where to start looking.
* Easy-to-use star maps for each month with descriptions of what to see. * Positions of the moon and visible planets. * Details of objects and events in 2027. * Now in three editions: Britain and Ireland; North America; Southern Hemisphere. * best-selling annual guide to the northern night sky from the Number One Astronomy Publisher * the only astronomy guide to be officially approved by Royal Observatory Greenwich * written and illustrated by experts and experienced authors * perfect gift for all enthusiastic astronomers from beginners to seasoned stargazers Competition: BBC; Gaia; Hachette; Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock; Sir Brian May.