Philip's Stargazing 2014 is a concise
guide to the northern night sky, helping starwatchers to
see the year's most fascinating events!
Whether observing with the naked eye,
binoculars or a telescope, the guide is suitable for use
between latitudes 40°N and 60°N, including Britain and
Ireland, Europe as far south as Rome, and Canada and the
northern USA as far south as Philadelphia. Each
chapter (one for each month of the year) has a colour
star map, created by Wil Tirion, showing the positions
and phases of the Moon, the positions of the planets,
and other useful information. Each month also includes a
constellation described in detail; special events during
the month, such as eclipses; a featured astronomical
object, usually a deep-sky target; plus an
astrophotograph, with details of how it was
taken. The Solar System Almanac explains the movement
of the planets, with particular attention paid to their
positions in 2014. Solar and lunar eclipses, meteor
showers and comets are also described. Exploring the
Deep Sky provides a list of recommended deep-sky
objects. The observer can use the monthly charts to
discover which constellations are on view, and then use
this information to plan deep-sky observing. The book
concludes with an Equipment Review. Here Robin Scagell,
author of Philip's Stargazing with a Telescope, provides
a round-up of what's new in observing technology, from
the latest brands of telescope to the best
webcams. You'll be amazed at the brilliance of the
night sky!
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