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Now with a full-color insert and thoroughly revised, this perennial bestseller is the most comprehensive and successful beginner’s astronomy books in the market.
“One of the best ways by which one can be introduced to the wonders of astronomy.” —The Strolling Astronomer
For a generation, Astronomy: A Self-Teaching Guide has introduced hundreds of thousands of readers worldwide to the night sky. Now this classic beginner’s guide has been completely revised to bring it up to date with the latest discoveries. Updated with the latest, most accurate information, new online resources, and more than 100 new graphics and photos, this Eighth Edition features:Website addresses throughout for the best color images and astronomy resources onlineTechnical ideas made simple without mathematicsA beautiful updated full-color, glossy insert with spectacular imagesAn interactive format with learning goals, reviews, self-tests, and answers for fast learning
Publisher : Trade Paper Press; Eighth edition (July 22, 2014)
Language : English
Paperback : 388 pages
ISBN-10 : 1620459906
ISBN-13 : 978-1620459904
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 7.5 x 1 x 9.5 inches
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Customers find the book provides a good introduction to basic concepts in astronomy. They find the information clear and concise, with an easy-to-understand presentation. The book includes amazing pictures and graphics that help explain the material clearly. Overall, customers describe it as a cool and educational resource.
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