Cosmology, Astronomy - General & Miscellaneous, Astronomical Star Guides & Charts, The Universe - Astonomical Studies & Observations, Stargazing - Amateur's Manuals
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Overview
The ultimate reference to the worlds beyond.
The Firefly Guide to the Universe is an encyclopedic examination of the stars, planets, and universe with the latest, most comprehensive information currently available. The book features the latest images from the Hubble Space Telescope which are put into context with clear and detailed text.
In seven extensive sections, the book illustrates and explains:
- Exploring the Universe: the history and current state of astronomy and space exploration
- The Solar System: Earth and other planets, mapped and imaged using data from the most recent mission probes
- The Sun: astrophysical phenomena from sunspots to eclipses
- The Stars: movements and life cycles, novae and supernovae, black holes, and more
- The Universe: the origin and nature of the universe, our galaxy, local and remote galaxies, quasars, the question of alien life
- Star Maps: whole sky maps with 22 alphabetized chapter listings of stars and constellations, and seasonal charts for north and south
- The Practical Astronomer: Tips for beginner and advanced astronomers including equipment selection and how to build a backyard observatory.
The Firefly Guide to the Universe is a lively and useful reference illustrated with spectacular color photographs and illustrations. It is the ideal guide for discovering the vast richness of the universe.
Editorials
Winnipeg Free Press -
This beautifully developed atlas, with its breathtaking pictures and eye-appealing page layouts, includes everything you ever wanted to know about the universe.American Reference Books Annual, Volume 35 -
Straightforward, but not simplistic, explanations of a wide variety of astronomical objects, including maps and guides to constellations and charts of every mapped body in the solar system.Booklist / RBB
Each of the two-page overviews packs a great deal of textual and graphical information into its compact format... current accurate, and detailed information on the universe... Highly recommended for most public and academic libraries.Science News
Moore is particularly adept at presenting the latest advances with clarity... Novice and more-advance amateur astronomers will come away intrigued by and better informed about the night sky.Knight Ridder Newspapers -
Illustrated with stunning images.London Free Press -
Our current state of knowledge and uncertainty is captured beautifully in The Firefly Atlas of the Universe... an invaluable and enjoyable tool.SkyNew -
A beautiful, up-to-date oversized volume that is the equivalent of a small astronomy library... a superb visual reference and a fine gift.Choice -
Presents the universe in straightforward fashion, making it easy to find objects in the sky and learn more about them... Recommended. General readers; undergraduates.The Science Teacher -
A superb reference text for all aspects of astronomy... A treasure trove of detailed star maps and unique topographical maps.... personable and accessible.Halifax Chronicle-Herald -
Gorgeous new, comprehensive guide... gloriously illustrated... Moore's writing is engaging, and he explains concepts clearly, as well as punctuating the text with intriguing bits of trivia.Lunar and Planetary Information Bulletin
An encyclopedic examination of the stars, planets, and universe with the latest, most comprehensive information currently available.Globe and Mail
Impressively organized book covers everything... luminous photographs.Mercury
A beautiful and informative portrait of the cosmos with superb star maps.Book Details
Published
August 1, 2003
Publisher
Firefly Books Ltd
Pages
288
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9781552978191