Stargazer's Journal

Stargazer's Journal
Author: Fiona Patchett
Publisher:
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2019-02-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781474953139

Perfect for stargazers of all ages, this inspirational journal has stunning illustrations, intriguing facts and beautifully designed pages with plenty of space for your own notes and drawings. With links to specially selected websites for tips on identifying the constellations, as well as the science, history and mythology of the night sky. Illustrations:Full colour throughout

The Last Stargazers

The Last Stargazers
Author: Emily Levesque
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2020-08-04
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1492681083

The story of the people who see beyond the stars—an astronomy book for adults still spellbound by the night sky Embark on a captivating cosmic journey with The Last Stargazers. This enthralling book takes you on an awe-inspiring exploration of the night sky, offering a unique perspective on the vast celestial wonders that have fascinated humanity for millennia. Written by astrophysicist Dr. Emily Levesque, The Last Stargazers combines scientific expertise with captivating storytelling, making it the perfect companion for both astronomy enthusiasts and curious minds. Dr. Levesque's passion for the stars shines through as she shares her personal experiences and encounters while working at some of the world's most renowned observatories. Delve into the fascinating world of astronomy as you uncover the secrets of distant galaxies, supernovae, and elusive celestial phenomena. Discover: Inspiring narratives: Dr. Levesque's engaging storytelling transports readers to the front lines of astronomical research, providing a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of a modern-day stargazer. Cutting-edge research: Stay up to date with the latest scientific breakthroughs and advancements in the field of astronomy, as Dr. Levesque shares her firsthand experiences and encounters. Accessible explanations: Complex astronomical concepts are made understandable and relatable, allowing readers of all backgrounds to appreciate and comprehend the wonders of the cosmos. Personal perspective: Gain insight into the personal journey of a dedicated scientist as she navigates the challenges and triumphs of studying the stars. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer, a casual stargazer, or simply someone with a curiosity about the universe, The Last Stargazers is an indispensable guide that will ignite your passion for the cosmos and leave you in awe of the wonders that lie beyond. Take a leap into the vast unknown on a celestial odyssey like no other.

The Stargazer's Notebook

The Stargazer's Notebook
Author: Paul G. Abel
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-10-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780711234789

This practical astronomy observing notebook is aimed at `deep sky observers' - people who have been inspired by recent television programmes, as well as those who already do it. This is a book for those who know the basics and want to develop and improve their observing skills. Use The Stargazer's Notebook to help plan what deep sky targets you want to seek out in a particular session, as well as plan long term goals. Includes over 45 observation forms for making notes and drawings of what you are seeing and when. In addition, other record pages will help keep track of what equipment you have (and what you would like to have), what objects you hope to observe, as well as wish lists of observing locations, books, apps etc. Useful reference information includes explanations of universal time, field of view and eye piece equations, and seeing and transparency scales, plus the constellations with abbreviations. This is the perfect gift for every stargazer.

The Stargazer's Sister

The Stargazer's Sister
Author: Carrie Brown
Publisher: Anchor
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2016-12-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0804172137

Caroline, known as “Lina” to her family, has always lived in the shadow of her older brother William Herschel’s accomplishments. And yet when William invites Lina to join him in England to assist in his musical and astronomical pursuits—not to mention to run his bachelor household—she accepts, finding a new sense of purpose. William may be an obsessive genius, but Lina adores him, and aids him with the same fervency as a beloved wife. When William decides to marry, however, Lina’s world collapses. As she attempts to rebuild a future, we witness the dawning of an early feminist consciousness—a woman struggling to find her own place among the stars.

Chronicling the Golden Age of Astronomy

Chronicling the Golden Age of Astronomy
Author: Neil English
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-11-13
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9783319977065

The invention of the telescope at the dawning of the 17th century has revolutionized humanity's understanding of the Universe and our place within it. This book traces the development of the telescope over four centuries, as well as the many personalities who used it to uncover brand-new revelations about the Sun, Moon, planets, stars and distant galaxies. Starting with early observers such as Thomas Harriot, Galileo, Johannes Hevelius, Giovanni Domenico Cassini, Robert Hooke and Christian Huygens, the book explores how these early observers arrived at essentially correct ideas concerning the objects they studied. Moving into the 18th and 19th centuries, the author describes the increasing sophistication of telescopes both large and small, and the celebrated figures who used them so productively, including the Herschels, Charles Messier, William Lassell and the Earls of Rosse. Many great discoveries were also made with smaller instruments when placed in the capable hands of the Struve dynasty, F.W. Bessel, Angelo Secchi and S.W Burnham, to name but a few. Nor were all great observers of professional ilk. The book explores the contributions made by the 'clerical astronomers,' William Rutter Dawes, Thomas William Webb, T.E.R Philips and T.H.E.C Espin, as well as the lonely vigils of E.E. Barnard, William F. Denning and Charles Grover. And in the 20th century, the work of Percival Lowell, Leslie Peltier, Eugene M. Antoniadi, Clyde Tombaugh, Walter Scott Houston, David H. Levy and Sir Patrick Moore is fully explored. Generously illustrated throughout, this treasure trove of astronomical history shows how each observer's work led to seminal developments in science, and providing key insights into how we go about exploring the heavens today.

The Stargazer's Guide to the Night Sky

The Stargazer's Guide to the Night Sky
Author: Dr. Jason Lisle
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2012
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0890516413

"Unless otherwise noted, Scripture quoatations are from the New King James Version of the Bible."--T.p. verso.

World's End

World's End
Author: Odette C. Bell
Publisher: Odette C. Bell
Total Pages: 222
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

So this is it, ha? Sebastian has broken up with Amanda in an ill-advised attempt to keep her safe. But nothing can save them now. The Seekers - a shadowy, unstoppable mercenary unit - are after them. They will stop at nothing to obtain the last Stargazer. But hey, Sebastian and Amanda have no intention of stopping, either. It’s time to end this tale with gold, guns, and a hard-won happily-ever-after. …. The Trouble and Treasure series follows a wisecracking lawyer and the woman he shouldn’t fall for fighting for treasure. If you love your action adventures with wit, action, and a splash of romance, grab World’s End today and soar free with an Odette C. Bell series.

Stargazer

Stargazer
Author: Miguel Conner
Publisher: Stargazer
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2009-10-31
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0615367216

After living in the shadows for centuries vampires have finally gained dominance over the Earth by instigating a nuclear holocaust that has blotted out the sun. Humans are now treated as animals, kept in concentration camp-like farms. Byron, the Moon Queen's favorite "creation", is assigned the task of stopping an insurrection at one of the human farms. But while investigating a religious cult among the humans, he begins to question his own reality. As he digs deeper for the truth, he becomes a renegade outcast among his own--and humanity's last chance for salvation.Five hundred years ago the Stargazers, let by their immortal Moon Queen, sparked global nuclear war, blotted out the sun, conquered the world, and rewrote history. Now humans are cattle whose blood feeds the master race, the glorious rulers of high-tech cities.And no one calls Stargazers by their true name. Vampires.Yet some impulse is stirring in the slave farms, an echo of a forgotten pride. Byron, a rebellious young Stargazer, is assigned to investigate the 'Warm One's--in other words, destroy any threat. But when a beautiful human shaman shows him unbelievable truths about his past, his origin, and his destiny, a vampire will discover that his immortal enemy is his living Goddess, The Moon Queen.

NightWatch

NightWatch
Author: Terence Dickinson
Publisher: Firefly Books
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1998
Genre: Astronomy
ISBN: 1552093026

A practical guide to viewing the universe.