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The serene beauty of our home plant Earth, floating in the blackness of deep space. The twirling spiral arms of a remote galaxy glittering from the combined light of 50 billion stars. The glowing curtains of the majestic northern lights. Captured by the cameras of both amateur and research astronomers, and by the Hubble Space Telescope, these impressive wonders of the universe are presented in Astronomy 2004 in brilliant high-resolution color. This 12-image collection was compiled by stargazing authority Terence Dickinson, author of NightWatch, who brings a wealth of practical experience to the calendar's daily diary of predicted celestial events, ranging from meteor showers to eclipses.
The wonders of the universe are presented in brilliant high-resolution color through a collection of 12 images. Compiled by stargazing authority Terence Dickinson, this calendar features breathtaking celestial sights captured by amateur and research astronomers, as well as the Hubble Space Telescope. Beyond the stunning visuals, it includes a daily diary of predicted celestial events, such as meteor showers and eclipses, offering practical guidance for enthusiasts.
This calendar is likely to be appreciated by amateur astronomers and space enthusiasts for its combination of visually stunning imagery and practical astronomical information. The inclusion of predicted celestial events provides a useful guide for those wishing to observe phenomena throughout the year. Terence Dickinson's reputation as a stargazing authority suggests the content is both accurate and engaging for its intended audience.
Page Count:
24
Publication Date:
2003-05-03
Publisher:
Firefly Books
ISBN-10:
1552971686
ISBN-13:
9781552971680
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