Product Description

Astronomy For Dummies

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #13680 in Books
• Brand: John Wiley & Sons
• Published on: 2005-05-06
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 336 pages

Book Info
Provides an easy to understand guide to the universe, revealing how to get the most out of stargazing, and planetarium visits. Softcover.

From the Back Cover
Features charts, star maps, and full-color photos!

Ever wonder what's out there?

This is the book for you!

Do you know the difference between a red giant and a white dwarf? From asteroids to black holes, this easy-to-understand guide takes you on a grand tour of the universe, showing you how to get the most out of stargazing, planetarium visits, and other cool astronomical activities. It also covers recent discoveries and new astronomy Web sites.

Discover how to

• Enjoy skywatching in your backyard
• Identify planets and stars
• Explore our solar system, the Milky Way, and beyond
• Understand the Big Bang, quasars, antimatter, and more
• Join the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI)

About the Author
Stephen P. Maran, PhD, is a 36-year veteran of the space program who has worked on numerous NASA projects, including the Hubble Space Telescope. He is the press officer of the American Astronomical Society.

Customer Reviews

A great little book
This is a fun little book that is well written. I would recommend it to all beginners.

Great book!
I just bought this book April 30th. I've read nearly half of it already. This is a great introduction to the science and hobby of astronomy. The author's easy manner make reading fun, and understanding easy. I recommend this to anyone wanting to learn about astronomy.

Expectation
If there is a rank below amateur, then I hold it. This book is crisp, delightful and helpful.