Stars of the Southern Skies
| Author | : Mary Acworth Orr |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 120 |
| Release | : 1915 |
| Genre | : Southern sky (Astronomy) |
| ISBN | : |
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A Walk through the Southern Sky
| Author | : Milton Heifetz |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 129 |
| Release | : 2012-10-08 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1139537156 |
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A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. By following the simplified and easy-to-use starmaps, readers will be able to identify constellations with no equipment but normal sight and a clear night sky. This book provides clear instructions on how to determine star sizes and the distances between stars, allowing readers to move easily between constellations. The budding astronomer is introduced to the mystery and wonder of the southern sky as the myths and legends of its stars and constellations are wondrously retold. The third edition of this magical book features a new moon map, an updated list of planet positions, additional illustrations and more realistic star maps. It is an invaluable and beautiful guide for beginner stargazers, both young and old.
Stars of the Southern Skies
| Author | : Mary FitzGerald |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 124 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| Genre | : Astronomy |
| ISBN | : |
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Many field guides and popular books on amateur astronomy have been written, but few are devoted entirely to the rich skies of the southern hemisphere. This book draws on the knowledge of a galaxy of South African experts to offer stargazers some unique insights into the night skies in their half of the world. An introduction addresses the question: 'If I want to make a hobby of astronomy, how do I go about it?' A practical chapter is devoted to how to choose an instrument -- from binoculars to telescopes -- with which to view the moon, the planets and the stars. Comets, meteors (methods of observing and times) and meteorites are the subject of one chapter; the myths -- classical and ethnic -- relating to southern hemisphere stars and constellations are detailed in another. Color charts which will assist in the recognition of the constellations and their principal stars are extensively illustrated with superb graphics by Frank Flowers, a former lecturer at the Planetarium at the University of the Witwatersrand, making this book a must for all budding amateur astronomers and an interesting addition to the shelves of the experts.
Pearls of the Southern Skies
| Author | : Auke Slotegraaf |
| Publisher | : Firefly Books |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2014 |
| Genre | : Photography |
| ISBN | : 9781770854451 |
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A rare look at the southern skies' greatest glories. The celestial objects of the Southern Hemisphere are fascinating to astronomers everywhere. The southern stars, nebulae, and galaxies have exotic names like Omega Centauri, the Tarantula Nebula, Canopus, the Vela Supernova, the Coal Sack, and the Magellanic Clouds. And there's more: the Southern Milky Way is crammed with clusters and nebulae of great interest to resident astronomers of the southern hemisphere, and to the many visitors from the north who relish the opportunities to view the clear, dark skies of the interiors of southern Africa and Australia with binoculars, telescopes and cameras. Pearls of the Southern Skies depicts 71 Deep Sky Objects photographed by Dieter Willasch and described in detail by Auke Slotegraaf. The text and pictures are laid out season by season, and accompanied by 15 easy-to-use full-color location charts.
Stars of the southern skies
| Author | : M. A. Orr |
| Publisher | : Prabhat Prakashan |
| Total Pages | : 73 |
| Release | : 2024-07-29 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : |
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"Stars of the Southern Skies, an illuminating work by M. A. Orr, offers a captivating exploration of the celestial wonders visible in the southern hemisphere. This insightful book serves as both a guide and a tribute to the breathtaking beauty of the southern night sky, blending scientific knowledge with an appreciation for the cosmos. In this engaging text, Orr provides detailed observations and descriptions of key constellations, stars, and astronomical phenomena unique to the southern skies. The book is enriched with vivid illustrations and star maps, making it an accessible and invaluable resource for amateur astronomers, stargazers, and anyone interested in the mysteries of the universe. Stars of the Southern Skies is celebrated for its clear explanations and accessible style, which make complex astronomical concepts understandable for readers of all backgrounds. Orr’s enthusiasm for the subject shines through, offering readers a deeper connection to the stars and a greater appreciation for the wonders of the southern hemisphere. Whether you are a seasoned observer or a curious newcomer, Stars of the Southern Skies provides a comprehensive and inspiring look at the celestial treasures above. This book is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the night sky and discover the beauty and intrigue of the stars that light up the southern horizon. Order your copy today and embark on a journey through the cosmos with M. A. Orr as your guide.
Stars of the Southern Skies (Classic Reprint)
| Author | : Mary Acworth Orr |
| Publisher | : Forgotten Books |
| Total Pages | : 114 |
| Release | : 2017-11-21 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 9780331561630 |
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Excerpt from Stars of the Southern Skies My intention is to treat specially of stars and nebulae visible in southern countries, so I have confined myself almost entirely to those of the southern hemisphere, though of course many which are north of the celestial equator can be seen also. My readers will find that the southern hemisphere possesses the most beautiful part of the Milky Way, the two brightest stars in the sky, the finest coloured star-cluster and the largest globular cluster, the brightest double star, the nearest of the stars, and the brightest of the large gaseous nebulae. Let us add that the southern hemisphere has been less studied than the north, and therefore there is an even wider field for amateur workers. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Southern Sky Guide
| Author | : David Ellyard |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 105 |
| Release | : 2008-10-23 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 113946549X |
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Both novice and advanced skywatchers will value this comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to the brilliant and ever-changing sights of the southern sky by night. Readers are introduced to the many and varied objects in the sky and their movements and changing appearances, as well as the ancient myths and legends entwined around the groupings of stars. Featured in this book are two groups of sky charts, designed so that readers can move easily between them. The 24 skyviews show the appearance of the whole night sky every two weeks (or at each hour of sidereal time). The 20 sky charts show particular areas of the night sky in detail and are accompanied by explanatory text. This new edition also features: • digitally re-drawn skyviews, sky charts and map of the surface of the Moon • a table of planet positions up to 2017
A Walk through the Southern Sky
| Author | : Milton Heifetz |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 120 |
| Release | : 2007-09-04 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1139461389 |
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What star is that? Where is the Southern Cross? Who was Orion? This book answers these questions and many more. Its unique simplified maps make it easy to find the constellations in the southern hemisphere skies, and the stars within them. Clear instructions guide the user on how to gauge sizes and distances, and move easily between constellations. This new edition has been updated with additional mythology information, and a list of the planet positions up to 2016. The ancient myths and legends of the sky are retold to add to the mystery of the stars. Of value to all ages, this book introduces the patterns of the starry skies in a memorable way. No equipment is needed to use this practical guide: apart from normal sight and clear skies. Magically illustrated, this is an ideal introduction to launch the young astronomer on a journey across the starlit skies.
A Walk Through the Southern Sky
| Author | : Milton Heifetz |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 129 |
| Release | : 2012-07-17 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 1107698987 |
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A Walk through the Southern Sky is a beautifully illustrated guide to the stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. By following the simplified and easy-to-use starmaps, readers will be able to identify constellations with no equipment but normal sight and a clear night sky. This book provides clear instructions on how to determine star sizes and the distances between stars, allowing readers to move easily between constellations. The budding astronomer is introduced to the mystery and wonder of the southern sky as the myths and legends of its stars and constellations are wondrously retold. The third edition of this magical book features a new moon map, an updated list of planet positions, additional illustrations and more realistic star maps. It is an invaluable and beautiful guide for beginner stargazers, both young and old.
A Walk Through the Heavens
| Author | : Milton D. Heifetz |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 100 |
| Release | : 2004-02-12 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 9780521544153 |
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Easy-to-use guide to the constellations of the night sky and their myths and legends.
