La tercera edición de esta guía fundamental del firmamento nocturno ha experimentado una actualización minuciosa con cartas celestes, diagramas y fotografías totalmente renovadas. En ella se incluyen: mapas celestes del cielo nocturno observado desde todas las partes del mundo; cartas estelares de las constelaciones, con información sobre estrellas brillantes; una introducción ilustrada a las estrellas, nebulosas, galaxias y Sistema Solar; y finalmente consejos para elegir y utilizar prismáticos y telescopios.
Ian Ridpath Libros
Ian William Ridpath es un astrónomo aficionado inglés, reconocido por su extensa labor en observación, escritura, edición y difusión sobre el tema desde 1972. Más allá de sus actividades astronómicas, es conocido por su escepticismo ante los OVNIs y su interés en la astrofilatelia. En círculos astronómicos, es más apreciado como editor del Oxford Dictionary of Astronomy y por sus contribuciones al clásico Norton's Star Atlas. Su prolífica carrera incluye la autoría o edición de más de cuarenta libros de astronomía, lo que lo establece como una figura importante en el campo.






Stars and Planets
- 224 páginas
- 8 horas de lectura
Authoritative text, crystal-clear charts and photographs, and a systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Stars and Planets the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to observing the night sky. Packed with jargon-free information, this handbook is suitable both for beginners and more experienced astronomers.
A Dictionary of Astronomy
- 534 páginas
- 19 horas de lectura
Completely revised and updated, this dictionary contains over 4,300 entries covering all aspects of astronomy. Written by an expert team of contributors under the editorship of Ian Ridpath, it is an accessible and invaluable reference for students, professionals, and space enthusiasts.
The Monthly Sky Guide, 10th Edition
- 80 páginas
- 3 horas de lectura
"Ian Ridpath and Wil Tirion — two consummate professionals in the field — have teamed up to produce an exemplary text with first-rate illustrations to inspire the beginning sky-gazer. I heartily recommend this text." — Neil English, Astronomy Now magazine A user-friendly companion for stargazers of all ages, this classic beginner's guide describes all the main sights of the night sky. The newly updated book contains a chapter for each month, describing prominent stars, constellations, star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies. Readers will discover when to watch meteor showers, when eclipses will occur, and how to follow the movements of the four brightest planets (Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn). Most of the sights are visible to the naked eye, and all can be seen with binoculars or a small telescope. Sections on observing the Moon and the planets include 50 easy-to-use maps that introduce the skies of the Northern Hemisphere and a comprehensive guide to observing the Moon. "The star maps are first quality … I find them to be a pleasure to look at and use. If you have a young person or friend you would like to share your love of astronomy with, get them a pair of binoculars and this book and you'll have a stargazing friend for life." — Mike Simonsen, Slacker Astronomy
Astronomy
- 300 páginas
- 11 horas de lectura
Showing you what others only tell you. Discover the history and origins of the universe and observe the stars and galaxies with over 100 star charts and profiles of all 88 constellations. Includes a month-by-month guide to highlights of the night sky. Perfect for any enthusiast this is the definitive visual guide to enjoying and appreciating astronomy.
Star Tales
- 160 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
A revised and expanded edition of the classic introduction to the myths and legends associated with the stars and constellations.
One of a series which introduces young readers to the world around them, this book looks at the planets and stars which make up the universe. It also looks at satellites, space probes and space stations, and suggest what the future in space might be like.
Vom Urknall über die Bestimmung von Planeten bis zur neuesten Raumfahrttechnik ? ein idealer Begleiter und ein leicht zugängliches Kompendium für Einsteiger und leidenschaftliche Hobbyastronomen. Ian Ridpath, Autor, Astronomielehrer und Rundfunkmitarbeiter berichtet über die Anfänge der Astrophysik, Raumfahrt, Erforschung des Sonnensystems, den Urknall, die Entstehung von Himmelskörpern und unserer Sonnensysteme. Einzigartige Aufnahmen und fachkundige Informationen auf dem allerneuesten Forschungsstand werden dabei berücksichtigt, z. B. die Statusänderung des Pluto im August 2006.


